Flybridge deck refinishing

[blackhawkdown]

This is the best picture I have of our flybridge deck and our report reads that it is faded and oxidized and is probably beyond just plain buffing and in need of refinishing. So, after a good cleaning what would be done to refinish the deck?

 

[Chris51280]

what was on there before? There are tons of option on what to do with a deck. Durabak, gelcoat, paint,.... some are easy and some are more effort. Some are cheap and some are expensive. Is the deck solid? otherwise you just polish up ....

 

[AShipShow]

If its gelcoat that's beyond repair and its structurally sound, my preference would be a topside paint with nonskid. Gelcoat is great and hard and durable, but if you do much fishing or cooking or anything other than standing around, gelcoat can stain very easily.

I plan on gelcoat on my deck but it's a recreational boat, no extensive fishing, etc...
But you can bet I'm doing paint in the bilge for fluid spills n such.

 

[blackhawkdown]

Not sure what’s on there but I think it’s gelcoat. There are no soft spots. Honestly I thought the outer surfaces with a few exceptions all had gel coat to protect the fiberglass underneath. So I’ve learned something new. It will be mostly a recreational boat and the flybridge will be used for extra outdoor space for guests, and such. Actually, putting on gel coat for me as a new boat owner seems a little intimidating. But, if that’s what’s needed I’d be willing to try.