finish on CS 17 #40

[Charles Neuman]

Who built CS17 hull #40?

I'm curious about the finish on it. Unless there's some effect with the lighting or the photography, it doesn't look like a high-gloss finish. To me, that's a nice look. It looks very elegant (not to mention all the wood work on that boat). How is that finish achieved? Did someone use a semi-gloss varnish, or did they rub out the varnish to look like that?

I wanted to avoid a bright finished deck, figuring I could save a lot of effort by painting. But it's hard to consider paint when you see a boat like #40.

Charles

[Richard Whitney CS#70]

Try a search for a product called Cetol Marine. I used it on the the deck and hatches of my CS17. Very easy to apply and maintain compared to varnish. I have also been please with the durability so far.

[Charles Neuman]

Thanks. I'll bet that's what the builder used on that boat. Cetol is known for not being as glossy (although they do make a gloss version) and also for being somewhat orange in color, which explains the orangish color on that boat (which looks nice). I also learned that it's durable and easy to maintain.

I think I'd prefer a low-gloss (almost satin) varnish. I'll have to read up on finishing techniques. Whatever I use, I'd be a little concerned about finishing the deck bright. People tend to warn against maintaining so much brightwork.

Charles