Replacing carpet deck with paint

[Battaglia09]

Hi,

I have a 1987 19ft renken bowrider. The boat is pretty original condition and i am looking to spruce it up. The boat currently has carpeting on the floor and going half way up the gunnals. I am intrested in painting the floor with that non slip paint so i can get rid of this freakin carpet and have the boat look nice and easier to clean. Any ideas on paint manufactures, and how do i apply the coat?

Thanks guys

 

[Greg Mrozinski]

Re: Replacing carpet deck with paint

Welcome to iboats. Do a search here for this topic and you will get a ton of info.

Short answer is there are many, many options for deck paint and anti-skid: Kiwi grip, grizzly grip, truck bed paints, urethanes with a non-skid additive, and some specific anti-skid coatings.

The key is going to be prepping the deck properly after you remove the carpet. The will be a good deal of sanding and maybe even some repair. You will also have to prime prior to painting.

Keep us informed as to how you made out.

 

[Bob_VT]

Re: Replacing carpet deck with paint

As mentioned ton's of different materials (kiwi grip, durabak or even snap in carpets)

Use an angle grinder with a cup brush to remove the excess glue just be light handed or it will eat the fiberglass floor...... it will shorten your work.