faqs
Question:I have just had boat deck fitted to my cockpit.What products should I use clean it?
Answer:Our PVC boat deck is a maintenance free decking product.Marks can be cleaned off using hot soapy water or by a high pressure washer.Scratches can be removed by light sanding with 40 grit sandpaper.
Question:Does the caulking come in different colours?
Answer:Our deck caulking comes in either white or black.
Question:Do the panels tolerate ice,snow and strong heat over the years?
Answer:Yes,our product tolerates ice,snow or strong heat and will not be damaged if exposed to these conditions.
Question:Is your synthetic teak slippery when wet?
Answer:NO,our PVC boat deck offers superb traction,much better than non-skid patterns molded into the fiberglass.It actually offers a little more traction when it is wet than when it is dry.Many of our customers have purchased our deck simply for its non-slip properties,especially on swim platforms.
Question:Does your PVC boat deck get hot in the sun?
Answer:Our deck will get warmer than a white fiberglass deck due to its darker color.Temperatures compare to that of a real teak wood deck.As most boaters who are used to southern summers already know,spraying a teak deck with water will cool it down without fear of making it slippery.The same technique works great with our PVC boat deck.
Question:What is your deck made of?Do you combine natural wood with the material?
Answer:There is no wood content in our product.Our PVC boat deck is made of High Grade P.V.C and contains quality pigments and U.V.stabilizers,ensuring it keeps its appearance for decades.
Question:Can I install the boat deck myself?
Answer:YES,our deck comes in various extrusions that make it simple for the average handyman to lay a deck.All you need is the PVC flooring glue.
Question:What do I need to do to my decks before installation?
Answer:The decks need to be clean and free of any dirt,grease or wax.A good cleaning with Acetone or Denatured alcohol usually does the trick.