SM2 decks redo


david bruce
 

We had Permateak decking that looked just like Kristy’s on our Santorin Liesse which was installed by the previous owner in 2013 and basically looked as good as new when we sold her last month.  
Very good non skid properties, looked awesome, not sure about it’s insulative properties having known nothing else.  The decking can get quite hot during a Turkish summer, again not sure how would  Also not sure how much the decking adds to the weight of the boat but would certainly consider it again on our SM Zia if not cost prohibitive.  

Dave and Shelley
Zia
SM 243


On Nov 16, 2022, at 4:34 AM, karkauai via groups.io <karkauai@...> wrote:


Mine was in bad shape, too. Last year I had a PVC decking installed over the old deck after fairing over the indented stripes.  I love the look and the non-skid. It actually insulates enough to make the cabins 5-10 °F cooler on hot sunny days. It's easy to clean and can be repaired if needed.

It was an expensive project, but I think totally worth it.

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Kent & Iris
KRISTY
SM243
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Alan Leslie
 

Hi Kent...impressive pics

What is that product? where did you get it?

When you say expensive, roughly how much was it?

Thanks for the advice

Cheers
Alan
Elyse SM437


Danny and Yvonne SIMMS
 

Hi Kevin, it may be a personal thing but I have seen two SM that have painted their decks with white or off white non skid and I thought it ugly. i would repaint the stripes after the over all paint. This would require a light (Abrasive, not colour) non skid or it would not be practical.
Danny
SM 299
Ocean Pearl

On 16/11/2022 14:39 Kevin Cole <jkcsail@...> wrote:


Good day,
we have been considering our next project on our sm2. The deck has become quite worn and slick. We’ve  been envious of those that just want to renew the painted stripes. But,…ours has become worn enough the tread and non-skid has become actually a liability to safety. 

6 years in, we do like the traditional deck but are considering a kiwi grip finish for 2 reasons:
1; non skid texture
2; cooler deck under foot. 

2+: easy to apply. 

we are curious if anyone has done the same or considering an alternative. 

we love our Amel and are very concerned that we do the right thing. 

thoughts?
thank you!! 
Kevin Cole
SM2 #276
Anahita. 
bocas del toro panama


Kent Robertson
 

Mine was in bad shape, too. Last year I had a PVC decking installed over the old deck after fairing over the indented stripes.  I love the look and the non-skid. It actually insulates enough to make the cabins 5-10 °F cooler on hot sunny days. It's easy to clean and can be repaired if needed.

It was an expensive project, but I think totally worth it.

--
Kent & Iris
KRISTY
SM243


Kevin Cole
 

Good day,
we have been considering our next project on our sm2. The deck has become quite worn and slick. We’ve  been envious of those that just want to renew the painted stripes. But,…ours has become worn enough the tread and non-skid has become actually a liability to safety. 

6 years in, we do like the traditional deck but are considering a kiwi grip finish for 2 reasons:
1; non skid texture
2; cooler deck under foot. 

2+: easy to apply. 

we are curious if anyone has done the same or considering an alternative. 

we love our Amel and are very concerned that we do the right thing. 

thoughts?
thank you!! 
Kevin Cole
SM2 #276
Anahita. 
bocas del toro panama