Original Non-Skid
 

In some of the Potter Seacrafts, like the one below, the non-skid on the cockpit sole was done in strips with smooth spaces between. I'm looking for the width of the non-skid strips and the width of the spaces between, so I can duplicate it.
Thanks,
Dave

http://www.classicseacraft.com/broch...edium/0002.jpg

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

2" non-skid then 1/2" smooth,then 2" non-skid., etc.

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yuppers, If you can duplicate it let us know how you did it, I have a couple of spots that are wore through and have been pondering how to fix them.

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I've done it. Just use 1/2" elec tape to stripe it off then add textured paint flates to the paint to give it the raised, rough, antiskid feel.

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Thanks, Jim, that's just what I needed.

Rod,
Not sure on my process yet. We have a local boat mfgr that is very helpful to DIYers and I want to see how they do theirs and go from there. Don't want to reinvent the wheel. I'll be masking it like Jim suggested. just don't know if I'll be using paint or gelcoat. I'll post it on my 25 resto thread when I get there.
Dave

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

Someone on here made a new floor on a layup table with strips. I remember seeing it and thinking d**n what alot of work for a floor. That was back when I was a newbe. When I finally decide to rebuild my 18, thats the route I'll take.

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

Give this 1/2" tape a try, it's what I used and it did a fine job.

http://www.jamestowndistributors.com...B+Masking+Tape

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I used that 3M tape Don is linking too. Worked pretty good for my hatches and floor patch.
http://i155.photobucket.com/albums/s...ncc/pic012.jpg

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Here is my job. I actually used colored marking tape too. It is exactly 1/2" wide and strong. Standard electrical tape is 3/4" wide and a little too wide for my taste. Also I was trying to match up perfectly with the adjacent panels. See the last picture.

http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/ee292/cj-7-401/8.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/e...j-7-401/12.jpg
http://i233.photobucket.com/albums/e...j-7-401/13.jpg

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

Thanks for the tips. Both jobs look professionally done. Any product suggestions for the non-skid additive? I'm not sure what to use there.
Dave

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

I used Interlux brand - Compound "Intergrip" no skid compound. formula/model # 2398c. I got it at West Marine. It comes in a 8 oz can. Very pleased with the texture and durability, so far. Not too hard too clean either.

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me too ;)

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

You can go to Shermin Williams Industrial coatings stores and get a plastic blue tape in different widths. I have used the 3M brand and their off brand with good results. If you want some non-skid send me a pm and I will send you some Interlux as I have a bunch left over. It goes along way - I used Signature Finish when I redid the decks on my 23.

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Nice work Dave...looking forward to fishing with you on it next summers boys trip. Rob

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Are you happy with the results of signature finish on the floor?

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Yes, I bought a can of white, took it and a hatch to the local Sherwin Williams paint store and matched it. Cannot tell a difference between the floor and the rest of the boat and it is holding up very well. I taped everything off, applied it heavily with a brush and then used one of Tom's special loop rollers to roll it out.

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Now that's a very good idea! I'll do that next time.

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Hey, Rob,
That makes twice now you've come out of lurker mode. If I've got any money left after Kay Kay's wedding next month, I may have it launched by next boy's trip. Progress is slow but steady.
Dave

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Hey Dave,

Just admiring your work...Denny was telling me the other day that you posted a few new pictures. I had to take a look. I'm sure you will fiqure out how to finish in time and within budget for the summer trip...the challenge may be finding a vehicle to pull it down :)..I havent been yet but the snook are a pretty steady catch in the port the last few weeks. I hope to give it a try soon. take care Rob

Re: Original Non-Skid
 

i need to do that. what kind of paint/nonskid ect. did you use