OSB for Seats

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guitarguy51092

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Hey Guys.

I am redoing the seats for my 1987 Bay-liner and I was wondering if it would be ok to use OSB board for the bottom of my seats? Let me know what you think!

Thanks
 
Thalasso

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Re: OSB for Seats

Not going to hold up long in a marine environment.
 
jigngrub

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Re: OSB for Seats

Exterior grade BCX sealed with epoxy resin would be a better choice if you want them to be long lasting.
 
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Re: OSB for Seats

guitarguy51092 said:
Hey Guys.

I am redoing the seats for my 1987 Bay-liner and I was wondering if it would be ok to use OSB board for the bottom of my seats? Let me know what you think!

Thanks
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Ayuh,.... Welcome Aboard,.... OSB has NO place on a boat, Period....

Plywood, of whatever grade ya wanta use is pretty much the minimum...

Sealed with resin is even better, again, regardless the grade ya choose...
 
Fireman431

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Re: OSB for Seats

From a 20+ year upholsterer....NO. Go with starboard if you don't mind spending the $$$. If not, 5/8" or better ply with a water sealer.
 
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