DIY vs Ready Mount Bunk Kits Explained

April 27, 2026

DIY Kits vs Ready to Mount Bunks: Which Option Is Right for You?

Upgrading your trailer or lift bunks is one of the best ways to improve performance, protect your hull, and eliminate the headaches that come with carpet. But before you order, there’s one important decision to make: Do you want to build your bunks yourself, or install them ready to go? Both options deliver the same end result. The difference is how you get there.

What Are Do It Yourself Bunk Kits?

DIY kits are designed for those who want full control over their bunk setup. Each kit includes everything you need to install synthetic bunk covers onto your own boards, giving you flexibility in how you build and configure your bunks.

What’s Included:
Synthetic bunk covers
Mounting hardware
Installation components
Available Options:
Non-lighted kits
Single-color LED lighted kits
Multi-color LED lighted kits
Multiple substrate size options
Color Choices:
Black
Grey
White
Smoke (compatible with LED lighting)

Why Choose DIY?

DIY kits are ideal if you:
Want to source or reuse your own lumber
Prefer a hands-on project
Need flexibility for custom sizing or layouts
Are rebuilding bunks from the ground up

This option gives you full control while still delivering a clean, professional finish.

What Are Ready to Mount Kits?

Ready to Mount kits are built for speed, simplicity, and convenience.

Each set arrives fully assembled on treated boards with synthetic bunk covers already installed. No measuring, no assembly, no guesswork.

Each Completed Kit Includes:
(2) White pine treated boards
(2) Gatorbak XP synthetic bunk covers
Molded end caps
Available Options:
Non-lighted kits
Single-color LED lighted kits
Multi-color LED lighted kits
Multiple substrate size options
Color Choices:
Black
Grey
White
Smoke (compatible with LED lighting)

Why Choose Ready to Mount?

Ready to Mount kits are ideal if you:
Want the fastest upgrade possible
Prefer a plug-and-play installation
Don’t want to source materials or assemble components
Want consistent, factory-built results

This option removes the extra steps and gets you on the water faster.

The Real Difference: Effort vs Convenience

Both options provide the same long-term benefits: durability, clean loading, and no carpet-related issues.

The real difference is how involved you want to be.

DIY Kits:
Hands-on build
More flexibility
Requires time and assembly
Ready to Mount Kits:
Fully assembled
Quick installation
Minimal effort required

Which One Should You Choose?

If you enjoy building and want full control over your setup, DIY kits are the way to go.

If you want to skip the work and install your bunks as quickly as possible, Ready to Mount kits are the better choice.

Either way, you’re upgrading to a system built to last longer, perform better, and eliminate the problems that come with carpeted bunks.