"Yacht Deck"
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tobnpr
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Did you forget to post a link?
my bad....www.yachtdeck.com
ghuskin
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- Jul 10, 2007
- 1,089
- Boat Info
- SRV225 Cuddy Cabin, 1983
- Engines
- 228 Mercruiser w/ pre-Alpha1 "R" Drive
Iv'e seen it installed on a new SeaRay (can't remember which model, maybe an Amberjack). I thought it looked really nice.
bw76273
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I thought about having it put on my swim deck so the dog has a little better footing. I have read a couple of opinions that it is a great product but gets hot in the sun. I am intrested to know also.
- Feb 4, 2007
- 7,251
- Boat Info
- 1996 450DA, TNT, Caribe dink w/15hp OB.
- Engines
- 3126 427HP TD transmissions
I was crawling all over boats that had this last summer/fall at a boat show. Looks great but you can't stand on the stuff with bare feet. It gets hot.
There's just something about "fake teak" that doesn't work for me... Sorta like a vinyl floor that's been molded into the shape of slate (like you find in a mobile home).
The site you pointed out is interesting though. If you provide them with a template of the space, they can build a real teak deck for you... That seems like a great idea for a DIY person...
The site you pointed out is interesting though. If you provide them with a template of the space, they can build a real teak deck for you... That seems like a great idea for a DIY person...
Pirate
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It definitely gets hot. Gary identified the real problem though. To anybody but the uninitiated, Flexiteek is not very convincing as real teak. Though it can be done, I've only seen one install in about 50 that took the time to create the banding around hatches and other openings that is common with real teak. Even then, it was not very convincing.
I've spent A LOT of time looking for a suitable exterior deck covering. I don't care for carpet. Even though it's easy to clean, once it gets wet, it stays wet until you leave for 7-10 days or remove and hang it for 3-4 days. The way we use our boat, we may be out for weeks at a time. Once you get 10 minutes of rain, the carpet is done for the duration and the water and dirt is EVERYWHERE.
I checked into teak, but I'm not too keen about spending $16-$20k on it. I checked Plasteak, Flexiteek, and one other (I can't remember). None were very convincing, I'd feel like I almost did it right, and, to top it off, the costs are 3/4 of real teak. I checked into some commercial vinyl carpeting called Plynyl by a company called Chilewich, but I'm not sure it would hold up.
I think I'm going to have the decks sprayed with Line-X Xtra. They mixed a light grey / oyster color and sprayed a sample piece of deck for me. It's tough, non-skid, and looks nice while being very utilitarian. I have to pull the boat and build a tent around it for them to apply it....
Still wasn't cheap, but much better than the teak or imposters. If you were looking to have just the platform done, the Line-X would be a cinch.
Just my 2 cents.
I've spent A LOT of time looking for a suitable exterior deck covering. I don't care for carpet. Even though it's easy to clean, once it gets wet, it stays wet until you leave for 7-10 days or remove and hang it for 3-4 days. The way we use our boat, we may be out for weeks at a time. Once you get 10 minutes of rain, the carpet is done for the duration and the water and dirt is EVERYWHERE.
I checked into teak, but I'm not too keen about spending $16-$20k on it. I checked Plasteak, Flexiteek, and one other (I can't remember). None were very convincing, I'd feel like I almost did it right, and, to top it off, the costs are 3/4 of real teak. I checked into some commercial vinyl carpeting called Plynyl by a company called Chilewich, but I'm not sure it would hold up.
I think I'm going to have the decks sprayed with Line-X Xtra. They mixed a light grey / oyster color and sprayed a sample piece of deck for me. It's tough, non-skid, and looks nice while being very utilitarian. I have to pull the boat and build a tent around it for them to apply it....
Still wasn't cheap, but much better than the teak or imposters. If you were looking to have just the platform done, the Line-X would be a cinch.
Just my 2 cents.
wkearney99
Active Member
- Feb 23, 2006
- 583
- Boat Info
- 47'
- Engines
- Twin Caterpillar C-12, Twin Disc straight shaft inboards.
The flexiteek stuff does indeed get VERY uncomfortable out in summer heat. You basically cannot walk on it in bare feet. I've been meaning to use a laser thermometer on it to get the actual temp, by June I should be able to do it. I would strongly caution against getting it in the main cockpit area. You'd have nowhere to escape burning your feet. On the platform, maybe, just plan on wasting a few extra gallons of water from the transom shower in attempting to cool it off. It does look "less worse" than regular non-skid gelcoat. It does hide the dirt better. But it also gets it's own dingy look, it does not stay that light tan color. When discussing it with someone else he suggested it would provide better traction for raft-up situations (and hide dirt). This is true, it does offer pretty good traction compared to slick/dirty gelcoat non-skid. But then you're back to dealing with the heat and raft-up passengers getting their feet burnt. Six of one, half-dozen of another, I guess.
It's also abrasive enough to be a problem on some swimsuit materials (ie expensive bikini bottoms).
Most of the suppliers ask for a template and pictures. I've seen a couple aftermarket jobs and they did do a reasonably decent job of dealing with trim. Factory option installs look better, but not significantly so. At least among the few I've seen (in person and pictures).
But given the outrageous price for it and burnt feet it just doesn't seem worth it to me.
It's also abrasive enough to be a problem on some swimsuit materials (ie expensive bikini bottoms).
Most of the suppliers ask for a template and pictures. I've seen a couple aftermarket jobs and they did do a reasonably decent job of dealing with trim. Factory option installs look better, but not significantly so. At least among the few I've seen (in person and pictures).
But given the outrageous price for it and burnt feet it just doesn't seem worth it to me.
- Nov 26, 2006
- 7,628
- Boat Info
- 2008 44 Sedan Bridge
- Engines
- Cummins QSC-500's
Straight Drives
I recently removed all of my (rotten backing) carpet, scrubbed the cockpit clean, and layed down runners and throw rugs from my nemesis, walmart. It is nicely backed with a rubber-like padding, dries quickly, and can be thrown in the washing machine. We have two long runners and a medium rectangle in the cockpit, a short runner at the helm, and a long runner inside the cabin in front of the galley.
I like the original carpeting, but this stuff is a really nice substitute or replacement, for $90. Also, when it's nice out, I take the second runner and extend it out back under the transom door like a welcome mat. (Boat welcome mat = keep your dirty-a$$ feet out of my boat mat.)
I like the original carpeting, but this stuff is a really nice substitute or replacement, for $90. Also, when it's nice out, I take the second runner and extend it out back under the transom door like a welcome mat. (Boat welcome mat = keep your dirty-a$$ feet out of my boat mat.)
Well did an experiment. Layed the sample piece in the sun for 5 hours and took readings with the digital thermometer. Yep, the flextech showed a good 15 degrees higher then the stone pavers it was sitting on!!!. It does retain lots of heat! Bummer
