Boat rub rails and rubbing strakes are protective strips installed where the hull meets the deck to absorb impacts from docks, pilings, and other vessels. Manufactured from flexible vinyl, semi-rigid PVC, rubber, or aluminum with optional stainless steel trim, they help cushion contact, protect the hull from abrasion, conceal hull-to-deck seams, and enhance the boat's appearance while providing long-lasting hull protection in demanding marine environments.
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Base Sphaera Slim is a high-quality PVC product offered in black, gray, or white. Manufactured by Tessilmare, it features a sleek design and is identified by the product number 130-130-049-B.
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$ 5.54
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Slim Base is a high-quality PVC product available in black, gray, or white, designed by the brand Tessilmare. Its product number is 130-130-089-W.
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$ 12.10
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product from Tessilmare, available in black, gray, or white. It features a lip and comes in a length of 24 meters with a width of 25mm, making it a versatile choice for various applications.
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$ 6.21
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product offered in black, gray, or white, designed for durability and versatility. It is manufactured by Tessilmare and has the product number 130-130-050-B.
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$ 12.10
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product available in black, gray, or white, designed for durability and aesthetic appeal. It is manufactured by Tessilmare and has the product number 130-130-070-W.
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$ 18.17
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product from Tessilmare, available in black, gray, and white. It features a durable design and comes with a lip, measuring 50mm wide and 12m long, making it suitable for various applications.
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$ 18.17
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product available in black, gray, and white. With a width of 65mm and a length of 12m, it combines durability and style, making it suitable for various applications. It is manufactured by Tessilmare and has the product number 130-130-090-W.
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$ 36.32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera Base is a high-quality PVC product from Tessilmare, available in black, gray, and white, with a length of 12 meters and a width of 65mm.
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$ 36.32
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera/Binox 50 Joint Cover, made of cast 316 grade stainless steel, elegantly connects Bino-x and Sphaera fender profiles, requiring only a single screw for installation. It aligns the bars without the need for extra holes, ensuring a seamless appearance. Brand: Tessilmare; Product Number: 130-500-150.
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$ 41.49
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera/Binox 65 Stainless Steel Joint Cover is made from cast 316 grade stainless steel and is designed for use with Bino-x and Sphaera fender profiles. It elegantly covers the join between two profile bars, requiring only a single screw fixing, which helps align the bars without needing extra holes at the ends. It is recommended to use a countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screw and to install a joint cover between each profile bar, except when using an end cap.
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$ 52.03
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 50 Bullet End Caps are made from cast 316 grade stainless steel and are designed for use with Sphaera fender profiles fitted with a standard PVC base. They are secured with two screws, and it is recommended to use countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screws, which are not included. The product is by Tessilmare and has the number 130-500-750.
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$ 105.13
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 65 Bullet End Caps are made of cast 316 grade stainless steel and are designed for use with Sphaera fender profiles fitted with a standard PVC base. They are secured in place with two screws, ideally countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screws, which are not included. The product is manufactured by Tessilmare and has the product number 130-500-765.
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$ 254.19
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Radial 30 End Caps are made of durable PVC and come in black, grey, and white. They are designed to be securely fixed in place with a countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screw, which is not included. This product is branded by Tessilmare and is identified by product number 130-500-010-W.
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$ 12.45
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 25 Bullet End Cap is a durable cast 316 grade stainless steel component designed for Sphaera fender profiles, suitable for installation with or without a slim PVC base, and secured with a single countersunk domed head screw (not included).
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$ 32.15
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 35 Bullet End Cap is a durable accessory made from cast 316 grade stainless steel, designed for use with Sphaera 35 fender profiles that have a slim base or no base. It is secured with a single screw, with a recommendation for a countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screw, which is not included. This product is from the brand Tessilmare, with the product number 130-500-635.
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$ 35.62
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 50 Bullet End Cap is made of cast 316 grade stainless steel and is designed for use with Sphaera 50 fender profiles, specifically when fitted with a slim base or no base. It is secured with a single screw, for which a countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screw is recommended (not included). The product is from the brand Tessilmare and has the product number 130-500-650.
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$ 42.89
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Sphaera 65 Bullet End Cap, made from cast 316 grade stainless steel, is designed for Sphaera 65 fender profiles and is compatible with slim base or no base options. It is secured with a single screw, and a countersunk domed head 316 grade (A4) screw is recommended (not included). The product is from the brand Tessilmare, with the product number 130-500-665.
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$ 127.08
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Bino 40 PVC Fender Profile is a strong and flexible solution for marine environments, suitable for small boats, docks, and trailers. It features a two-piece design with a soft base for easy installation, allowing for bends on three axes to follow complex shapes. Made from high-quality PVC, it resists fading and abrasion, and it can be ordered in custom lengths up to 300 metres, ensuring a clean finish with no visible fixings.
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$ 32.86
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Bino 65 PVC fender profile is a robust and easy-to-install solution designed for various marine applications, featuring a hidden stainless steel fixing bar for secure attachment. It offers excellent impact absorption and can bend to follow curves, making it ideal for yachts, military boats, and luxury vessels. Available in custom lengths up to 300 metres, it ensures a clean finish without visible fixings, with end caps available to complete the installation.
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$ 45.31
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1-2 weeks delivery time The Bino 90 PVC fender profile is a robust and easy-to-install solution for various marine applications, featuring a hidden stainless steel fixing bar that ensures a secure fit. Designed for flat surfaces but adaptable to curves, it offers excellent impact absorption and a clean finish with no visible fixings. Available in custom lengths up to 300 metres, it's ideal for yachts, military and commercial boats, docks, and luxury vessels, with optional end caps for complete installation.
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$ 85.59
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What is the purpose of a boat rub rail with a flexible vinyl insert in marine applications?
A boat rub rail with a flexible vinyl insert acts as an impact-absorbing buffer that helps protect the hull from contact with docks, pilings, and other vessels while hiding the hull-to-deck seam for a cleaner appearance. Built around a rigid base and often finished with a rub rail end cap, it combines flexibility with durability to follow the boat's curve, absorb high-impact loads, and provide reliable protection for fiberglass hulls of various boat sizes.
Available in aluminum or stainless steel and semi-rigid vinyl configurations, these systems offer long service life, lightweight construction, and dependable performance in demanding marine environments.
How does a stainless steel rigid rub rail improve long-term hull protection for a vessel?
A stainless steel rigid rub rail provides a strong protective barrier that helps shield the hull from repeated high-impact contact with docks, pilings, and other structures, reducing wear and extending hull service life. Acting as a protective buffer against docks, it resists corrosion, maintains its appearance, and provides reliable long-term performance while following the vessel's shape for effective impact protection.
Combined with suitable mounting components, fasteners, and flexible materials where required, a rigid rub rail helps preserve the hull's structural integrity and cosmetic finish in demanding marine environments.
How does a rub rail end cap protect a flexible vinyl rub and complete a boat rub rail system?
A rub rail end cap protects the exposed ends of a flexible vinyl rub, helping prevent wear, moisture intrusion, and accidental damage while giving the boat rub rail system a clean, finished appearance. It also helps keep the rub rail securely in place during repeated contact with docks and other structures, improving durability and maintaining reliable hull protection in demanding marine conditions.
Whether used as part of a rub rail kit or during rub rail replacement, the correct length, compatible aluminum rub rail components, and properly positioned screws contribute to a secure, long-lasting system and consistent protection for boats of different sizes.
What component parts are typically included in a boat rub rail kit?
A boat rub rail kit typically includes the main protective profile along with essential component parts such as inserts, end caps, fasteners, and finishing pieces that work together to protect the hull from high-impact contact with docks and other structures. Designed to flex with the hull while maintaining a secure fit, a complete kit helps create a durable, finished appearance and supports long-term hull protection in demanding marine environments.
With the correct component selection, the system provides reliable performance and helps maintain the boat's appearance and structural integrity over time.