Deck coating / Turned complete restore

[GT1000000]

WOW!!!
That looks PHENOMENAL!!!
GRRRRR-8 JOB!

 

[ahmincha]

Thanks friderday I am rolling using foam on gunwales 1/4 nap on deck
Thanks gt nice to be at this stage

 

[ahmincha]

3 coats floor and gunwales 1 more on floor with wax tomorrow and probably 2 more on gunwales last one with wax

 

[friderday]

sphelps & I are trying to figure out if there is something we should be sealing this with after the last coat(s) with wax. His deck (that he rolled) stains easily, as does another that I have done. Hoping some of the gel experts will give their 2 cents on this. You will find it does stain...looks A plus, super-duper though....I use the foam rollers too, but man you sure go thru them, huh? Oh....and one more thing....slow down...you're makin' the rest of us look lazy!!

 

[tallcanadian]

Wow. Boat looks great. You have a mind for detail. I love it. I just have one question....When are you going to open your own fiberglass shop? Your work is outstanding, a natural.

 

[ahmincha]

Yes went to the depot 3 times today twice for foam rollers haha Yes I hope they chime in also would like to keepit looking good for awhile
Thank you tc I appreciate the kind words I think it came out great maybe not professional but not bad for my first time

 

[Woodonglass]

Most Gelcoat Sealers are also Wax/Polishing Agents. Using them on the Deck would be counterproductive in that it would make the deck like an Ice Rink and you'd be SlipSliding Away!!!! Not sure what I'd use to seal it

 

[friderday]

I found a product at West Marine called Woody Wax...fiberglass & nonskid deck wax/sealer. Has pretty good reviews. Supposed to not make the deck slippery. I'll have to do some more research on this one...as per usual..expensive

 

[Woodonglass]

Yeah, You made me go look that stuff up!! Sounds good, but like you said, Pricey!!! over $100 bucks a gallon!!!:faint2:

 

[ahmincha]

I think I may have screwed up this white is really bright can not look at it in the sun. Can I add anything to it to tone it down or will it loose some of its brightness with time

 

[Woodonglass]

Give it time. Also once you get the boat rigged and everything installed it'll look a LOT different. You have an Aircraft Carrier right now!!!! Take a DEEP BREATH!!! It'll be fine!!!:cheerful::bounce::nod::drama::thumb:

 

[friderday]

Fish blood, scales, slime, and beer/soda cans work here in Florida. Agree with woody...relax, this may be the last time it looks this good. Enjoy it. All the add-ons will break it up...keep moving forward!!!

 

[Woodonglass]

Another option, that can be done later if you so desire, is to "Zolatone" it. Look it up!!!! This can also add a bit of texture to the deck surface. I can tell you how to do it "On the Cheap"!!!!

 

[Corjen1]

3 coats floor and gunwales 1 more on floor with wax tomorrow and probably 2 more on gunwales last one with wax

Jeez-a-loo Iboats ROBO-Builder guy.......take it easy, you are making the rest of us wanna-bees look bad!!!!!!!!!

Great progress!!!!!! At this rate you will be splashing next weekend!!!!

 

[ahmincha]

Ok wog I took them deep breaths feel much better now, but wow it is bright. NO Zolatone thats what got this started I do not like the look but thank you for the idea
Thanks friderday I am sure you are right
Thanks cor I'm not moving that fast its just coming together at this point This weekend is the plan Fingers crossed still a lot of work

 

[ahmincha]

I filled all the holes on my console. My plan is to do a quick fair and a inexpensive paint job on the console so I can get it in the water then this winter I will take the console off and redo it. I know its probably not the smartest thing to do but season is flying by

 

[Woodonglass]

Uhmm just roll a quick coat of Gelcoat on it. That leaves the option open to continue with gelcoat or sand and Paint.

 

[ahmincha]

Wog there is some crazing in the original gel that will probably take a while to repair correctly so I figured paint will be the easiest to remove come winter. Does this make any sense

 

[Woodonglass]

Uhmmm Maybe. Since you're gunna be sanding her all the way down to the glass anyway I guess it really won't matter.

 

[ahmincha]

Good point if I have to sand it anyway whats the difference. That why me and everyone you help appreciate you thanks again