23/02/2026
β What would happen if boats didnβt use rubber D fenders?
Dock impact is unavoidable.
Tide, swell and everyday mooring create repeated contact along hull edges.
Over time, that contact can cause:
β’ Gelcoat and paint abrasion
β’ Edge cracking
β’ Surface wear
β’ Structural stress in high-impact areas
Rubber D fenders help absorb and distribute impact force β reducing concentrated stress where vessels are most vulnerable.
A simple profile. A significant difference.
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