Cuddy Cabin Refurbishment

[CPro]

Hello all,

We have a 1997 19' Sea Pro walkaround that has some pretty extensive mildew on the marine carpet in the cuddy cabin. I've been using this as a fishing boat since getting it and haven't worried too much about cleaning it up. I'd like to clean the boat up & make it a family boat (in addition to it's primary function of a floating tackle box). Is it possible to tear down the old fabric on the ceiling & to replace it with new stuff? Does anyone have any experience or tips as to how best to accomplish this?



Also, is marine carpet the only thing I can replace it with, or are there other options?

Thanks for any tips you might have!

Trev

 

[Pmccraney]

Re: Cuddy Cabin Refurbishment

Looks like you have a healthy dose of the " monkey fur.". Check out chriscraft254's sea hawk thread. He has a walk around and pretty much improved every square inch of it, including the cuddy... I think you are looking at a closed-quarters grinding job, which will be messy...make sure you have the necessary safety stuff before starting... Hope this helps.

 

[CPro]

Re: Cuddy Cabin Refurbishment

What type of safety equipment would you recommend for this? I have a respirator and safety glasses. Is this the type of work where you need the tyvek suite & full face shield to protect yourself from the fiberglass?

Thanks!

Trev

 

[F14CRAZY]

Re: Cuddy Cabin Refurbishment

I'm not sure what grinding is necessary...

I ripped out the old carpet in my Capri's cuddy and replaced it with rubber backed outdoor carpet from Lowes. Once it's up there it'll see just right and not seem like something you'd walk on. I got the charcoal (black/grey) stuff. Didn't have to clean or remove the old adhesive. I used some spray canned contact cement also from Lowes, applying both the back of the carpet and the interior. I started at the doors on the sides first (one piece per side) then one piece overlapping the corners a little for the ceiling. A little intensive but it worked out well.

A bit intensive having to spray adhesive on the backside and press it on but not tooooooo bad. I'd wear goggles mostly because the lint will be falling on you and maybe a chemical respirator for the fumes of the contact cement though arguably a couple fans and having the hatch open would be enough

 

[kmarine]

Re: Cuddy Cabin Refurbishment

I have done this 5 times and here are some options. I use dlt upholstry supply and rochford supply for my interior supplies. Headliner for autos, Not my favorite Hulliner Fuzz easiest to work with, Easiest to hide mistakes. you can also use vinyl with 1/4 inch backing. most popular with new boats. tweed with foam back. I use a 4inch grinder with 1/4 wire wheel to remove all old glue and foam leftovers . After tearing out old stuff Safty glasses a must , recomend dust mask. you can either use headliner spray can glue to attach to hull. Start in center by hatch &work your way out. Spray liberaly with glue or you will be doing it over. Work to the ends in 1 ft rows with breaks for fresh air.
The other way is to pattern 1/4 inch plywood in sections, wrap in foam back vinyl And use silicone or 5200 urethane glue and use jacks (i use boat jackstand tops and pvc pipe)to hold in place until glue drys. This panel method seems to be the way most modern boats are built. I like to use cardboard first to make patterns. clear plastic works well also.