Non skid

Billylll

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Somewhere I remember seeing a non skid that was applied to a boat similar to applying window tint. You could purchase the material in bulk or cut patterns and the manufacture would send you cut pieces to match your top sides.
Does anyone know what I'm talking about? What are the pro's and con's of using this method? Is there a web site someone can point me to?
Thanks,
Bill
 
I know what you're talking about. Here is a test of several types of non-skid you might find interesting.

http://bwi.org/bwicontest/files/1173-nonskidtestupdate1113_annkey_bwientry2014.pdf

They can look nice and work well. But once they start going bad they can be a PITA to remove. You have to take extra care to be sure they are applied and glued down correctly so they don't start lifting around the edges prematurely.
 
Are you talking something like sea-deck or Lemar Thread-master, or more like a contact paper type?
 
Gulfstar used a diamond pattern. I don't know about the stick on, but I have repaired several of those Gulfstar decks. It is a mold made of vinyl available in wallpaper size rolls. Manufacturer of the mold is Gibco and they are located in Texas. That diamond pattern is pretty popular and was also used on Bayliner and others. They will send you a bundle of their molds to choose from. The samples are the size of business cards.
 
The mold I am talking about is applied like window tint and when cured you peel it off.
 
I just got back in the office. Thanks for the replies I'll study the suggestions and ask questions as needed.
Bill
 
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I just got back in the office. Thanks for the replies I'll study the suggestions and ask questions as needed.
Bill






http://rhinoliningsindustrial.com/

Go to case studies, then slip resistance.






This looks nice which product are you recommending David?
Thanks,
Bill










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I'm thinking if you are one of the first, you might get a discount if they use W2 as an advertising platform. There are two formulas. One has better properties of nonskid than the other. Full disclosure.... I've not seen this in use personally.....but.....I've never slipped out of a Rhino lined pickup either.

Maybe Dr. Greg will chime in on flight deck application. My experience there is 30 years old.

The SR 330 of my era has terrible nonskid. I'm looking for an application in my area to not only go over the nonskid, but to also blend into some of the vertical to coat some stress cracks after grinding them with a Drexel and filling them. It has to be cheaper than new gel coat.
 
Thanks David the only thing that gives me pause might be the product should be sprayed on. I'll do some more digging and let you know what I decide to do.
This looks like it could be a good fit. So much to do and plan with upgrading Wireless Too. I have to keep reminding myself it hasn't passed sea trial yet. I'll be in Essex on Monday when the diesel mechanic does some basic service and the boat is dropped into the water and started.
On the list, order a pedestal and high back lower helm pedestal and seat, new carpet for the salon, I have the furniture but I will need a truck to deliver it, waiting on flexible solar mounting brackets, bring the new 24VDC Inverter smart charger and house battery banks, order a 24VDC alternator and charge controller from Balmar, well this is just a partial list.
In need to stop until the closing. I'm already too far ahead of myself.
Tomorrow my wife and I go to Tuckerton to get Wireless One ready to launch and get the remaining repairs completed so I can put her on the market.
I already have 2 alternative trawlers to make an offer on should there be a major issue that holds up or stops the Gulfstar purchase.
I'm hoping the Gulfstar passes sea trial because I would like a trawler that is a trawler the other 2 boats are semi displacement hulls that look like a trawler unlike the displacement hull the Gulfstar has.
Bill
 
Bill, I used Durabak to do the non skid on my aft deck. Looks like a similar substance,but is made to roll on. I'm pleased with the results. It looks like Durabak did very well in the link provided by Capt. Bill.
 
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Bill, I used Durabak to do the non skid on my aft deck. Looks like a similar substance,but is made to roll on. I'm pleased with the results. It looks like Durabak did very well in the link provided by Capt. Bill.





I am checking out all the products but the one that's being discontinued.
Thanks for everyone's input. This isn't something I need to do immediately . However I'm trending towards the paint on products because it looks like most will protect the cored deck if applied properly.
Bill
 
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