Chas231 Posted May 16, 2015 Posted May 16, 2015 Thinking about Henry's advice to apply a non-slip coating to the cabin top. I just applied the first coat of resin to fiberglass cloth, which resulted in a very nice nonslip surface. Two questions: is one coat of resin enough? (The first coat took about a gallon), and, will rolled on paint maintain the nonslip surface? Or, any better ideas for non-slip? Thanks. Chuck Quote
ejds Posted May 18, 2015 Posted May 18, 2015 Looks to me that the fiberglass weave needs to be completely filled to make sure that it is absolutely sealed. I plan on adding non-slip additive to the last coat of paint on the fore deck, side decks, cockpit and the head floor. It is a powder that is mixed in the paint or sprinkled on top of the wet paint. I like the look where the edges are smooth and the the walkable parts are non-slip. Egbert Quote
Chas231 Posted May 18, 2015 Author Posted May 18, 2015 That sounds right, Egbert. I'll fill the fiberglass weave. I've been looking at Durabak coating for the decks. Looks to be very tough, and a good non-slip. Practical Sailor gave it an Editor's Choice a couple of years ago. Chuck Quote
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