Catamaran upholstery
On board a catamaran, comfort and functionality must be adapted to a configuration that is both generous and technical. Ruchaud designs made-to-measure nautical upholstery, perfectly adapted to the specific volumes and uses of multihulls. For several decades now, we have been equipping pleasure catamarans with the highest standards and expertise, to provide an experience at sea and at anchor that is as comfortable as it is durable.
Interior upholstery for catamarans
Interior upholstery plays a central role in life on board a catamaran, often used for long cruises or charter. Ruchaud designs made-to-measure marine upholstery, designed to optimise space while meeting the highest standards of comfort and aesthetics:
- Spacious and comfortable cabin mattresses
- Durable and attractive square benches
- Customised upholstery for central saloon, owner's hull or guest areas
- Solar protection or blackout curtains
- Choice of technical foams adapted to ambient humidity
- Easy-to-maintain, durable coverings
Each project combines design, robustness and well-being to create interiors that meet your every need.
Outdoor upholstery for catamarans
Cockpit, sunbathing areas, trampoline, helm station: the exterior areas of a catamaran are numerous and very exposed. We create nautical upholstery that is resistant to marine conditions, while ensuring optimum comfort for the crew.
- Cockpit and flybridge cushions
- Sunbathing upholstery for the foredeck or hardtop
- Upholstery for helm stations or watch stations
- Anti-UV, salt-, moisture- and abrasion-resistant technical fabrics
- Solid fastenings, reinforced seams and made-to-measure finishes
Our exterior upholstery blends in perfectly with the aesthetics of the boat, while ensuring comfort and durability.
Made-to-measure Ruchaud for your catamaran
Each catamaran has its own specificities: double or triple hulls, large volumes, owner or charter versions, spacious interior layouts and extended life on board. Thanks to our in-house design office, we can model your entire project in 3D, enabling us to visualise every part precisely, anticipate technical constraints on board and guarantee a perfect fit, right down to the smallest detail.
We use your 2D or 3D technical drawings, and can also work directly on your boat to take precise measurements, including on complex or non-standardised shapes. Our technical team (purchasing, design office, upholsterers) analyses the areas of exposure, the constraints of use and the structural characteristics of the catamaran to offer you the best combinations of foams, fabrics and fixings in perfect harmony with the layout of the boat.
Each upholstery item is made in France in our workshops using high-quality technical materials, specially selected for the marine environment. Comfort, durability and precision are at the heart of our approach.
Technical solutions selected for life at sea
At Ruchaud, the quality of marine upholstery depends above all on the rigorous choice of materials. Because the marine environment imposes specific constraints (salt, humidity, UV, heat, mould), we select the best-performing foams and fabrics on the market, tested and adapted to intensive nautical use.
Technical foams for nautical upholstery
We work with several types of high-performance marine foams, adapted to the specific constraints of sailing:
- Polyether or high resilience (HR) foams are perfect for interior upholstery, offering long-lasting comfort with different densities depending on use (mattress, seat, backrest...).
- Dryfeel® outdoor foams specially designed for outdoor use, they provide excellent ventilation, optimal drainage and quick drying, limiting the risk of damp and mould.
- Closed-cell foams they do not retain water and are suitable for certain specific uses.
- Eco-responsible foams made from recycled or natural materials, designed with a reduced environmental impact, without compromising on durability and comfort.
Each upholstery has been designed with a personalised choice of foam, depending on its position on board, the frequency of use and the level of comfort expected.
High-performance marine fabrics
At Ruchaud, each fabric is carefully selected to meet the specific requirements of the marine environment. We buy directly from manufacturers and regularly attend textile trade fairs. This active monitoring is supported by a dedicated purchasing department, in liaison with our design office.
We have an extensive weaving library with a wide range of textile references adapted to sailing: technical textiles, marine PVC, vinyls, imitation leather, marine leather, genuine leather... with many grained, smooth, woven or textile-look finishes.
Thanks to our partnerships with the biggest brands in the sector (Dickson Sunbrella, Serge Ferrari, Spradling, Skaï, Continental...), we have access to their latest innovations: water-repellent, breathable, UV-, mould- and wear-resistant coverings and fabrics.
Our sourcing also incorporates a responsible approach, with an increasing selection of recycled, certified or low environmental impact materials, without compromising on performance or aesthetics.
With Ruchaud, you benefit from a wide choice of textures, colours and finishes, for catamaran upholstery that is technical, durable and environmentally friendly.
Expert finishes
Because every detail counts, we pay particular attention to finishes and accessories:
- Reinforced seams with threads adapted to the marine environment
- Double or single topstitching, quilting
- Salt-resistant YKK® fasteners
- Marine plywood or rot-proof HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) sheet if structure required
- Stainless steel or plastic marine fasteners depending on use
- Covers may or may not be removable, depending on on-board configuration
Our rigorous choice of materials guarantees comfortable, durable and easy-to-maintain upholstery, designed to cope with the most demanding sailing conditions.
A upholstery project for your catamaran?
Let's study your needs together. Inside or out, we'll work with you at every stage of your project to design technical, comfortable, elegant and durable nautical upholstery that's perfectly suited to your requirements.
Our other segments
Sailing boats
On board a sailing yacht, comfort has to adapt to the constraints of space and navigation. We create made-to-measure upholstery, designed to last and fit every shape of boat.
Nautical refit
Need to renew your upholstery? Thanks to our extensive library of templates, we can re-issue your interior and exterior upholstery, in its original covering or the one of your choice. Charterers and dealers: extend the life of your boats in an eco-responsible way.
Motorboat
Speed, sun, sea spray... Our made-to-measure upholstery for powerboats combines comfort, technical features and durability. Ideal for making the most of every outing, whether at sea or alongside the quayside.
River barges
On board a barge, the pace is different. Our upholstery reflects the river atmosphere, with hard-wearing materials, sober lines and a design that's built to last over time.
Professional and military vessels
On a professional or military boat, the upholstery has to be solid, functional and perfectly integrated. We design tailor-made solutions for intensive use and demanding environments.