Fenders

Fenders

What type and size of fender do I need for my boat? It's not that complicated but here are a few 'fender facts' to help you. (See below for full range of fenders and accessories)

Type

Flat Fender - foam buffers used on small boats.

Round Fender - soft vinyl 'ball' used mainly on the bigger boats with a flared bow. Classically used on fishing and other commercial boats.

Cylindrical Fender - classic boat/yacht fender with an eye at each end used on most boats or yachts. It hangs down over the side vertically and secured with a rope or can be used horizontally.

Centre Rope Cylindrical Fender - vertical or horizontal fender for boats with a hole running through the middle.

Recommended Fender Diameter Size vs Boat Length

Boat Length - Feet (Metre) Cylindrical Fender Diameter - Feet (cm) Round Fender Diameter - Feet (cm)
Under 10 (3) 3" (7.6) -
10 - 15 (3 - 4.5) 3" - 4" (7.6 - 10.2)  9" (22.9)
15 - 20 (4.5 - 6) 5" - 5.5" (12.7 - 14) 12" (30.5)
20 - 25 (6 - 7.5) 6" - 6.5" (15.2 - 16.5) 15" (38.1)
25 - 35 (7.5 - 10.5) 8" - 8.5" (20.3 - 21.6) 18" (45.7)
35 - 50 (10.5 - 15) 10.5" - 12" (26.7 - 30.5) 21" (53.3)
50 - 60 (15 - 18) 12" (30.5) 27" (68.6)
60 - 72 (18 - 22) 15" - 24" (38.1 - 61) 27" (68.6)
72+ (22+) 24" - 32" 34"

 

Anchor-Marine-fender-chart

Basic Rules To Follow

Use one fender per 10 feet (3 metres) of waterline. 

Use minimum of three fenders (maximum beam, fore and aft) - but more fenders the better to prevent damage.

Boat Length - Feet (Metre) Recommended Number Of Fenders
Under 10 (3) 3
10 - 19 (3 - 5.8) 3
20 - 29 (6 - 8.8) 3
30 - 39 (9.1 - 11.9) 3
40 - 49 (12.2 - 14.9) 4
50 - 59 (15.2 - 18) 5
60 - 69 (18.3 - 21) 6
70 - 79 (18 - 24) 7
80+ (24.5+) 8

 

Position - hang them so the bottom of the fender just skims the water surface and then raise one or two inches (2.5 to 5cm)

Tie fenders as low as possible on the boat and to a solid point e.g. anchor point or cleat instead of lifelines which are not designed for stress.

Finally, make sure your fenders are cleaned and inflated to the right amount - a little care and attention will save you money in the long run.


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Clamcleat Nylon Fender Cleat - 6-12mm Line CL234

Clamcleat_Logo Clamcleat Nylon Fender Cleat - 6-12mm Line CL234

£7.20 *

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£8.90
You save £1.70

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 8 x 27cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 8 x 27cm - Ideal for boat length less than 4 metres

£13.30 *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 11 x 40cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 11 x 40cm - Ideal for boats between 4 - 5 metres

£17.00 *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 13 x 45cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 13 x 45cm - Ideal for boats between 4 to 6 metres

£20.70 *

Fastfender Guardrail Fender Hook

Fastfender_Logo Fastfender Guardrail Fender Hook - Quick and easy option for tieing off your fenders

£17.45 / pair(s) *

Fastfender 25mm Tube Fender Hook

Fastfender_Logo Fastfender 25mm Tube Fender Hook - Easy way to secure your fenders

£17.45 / pair(s) *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 15 x 55cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 15 x 55cm - Ideal for boats 6 to 8 metres

£25.90 *

Fastfender 32mm Tube Fender Hook

Fastfender_Logo Fastfender 32mm Tube Fender Hook - Easy and fast way to attached your fenders

 

£22.90 / pair(s) *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 18 x 65cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 18 x 65cm - Ideal for boats between 6 to 8 metres

£36.10 *

Fastfender 40mm Tube Fender Hook

Fastfender_Logo Fastfender 40mm Tube Fender Hook - Ideal way to easily attach your fenders

£42.90 / pair(s) *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 20 x 80cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 20 x 80cm - Ideal for boats 8 to 10 metres

£46.70 *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 23 x 75cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 23 x 75cm - Ideal for boats 8 to 10 metres

£48.10 *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 27 x 85cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 27 x 85cm - Ideal for boats 10 to 14 metres

£65.10 *

Anchor Marine Standard Fender 31 x 91cm

Anchor-Marine-Logo Anchor Marine Standard Fender 31 x 91cm - Ideal for boats 12+ metres

£86.90 *
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