Adam F Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 The sandard deck on the 165's is just plain fibreglass - whilst this is fairly tough and smooth to walk on, and non-slip is doesnt wear that well, esp. when you use the boat alot - things such as lead buckets and tackle boxes have a habit of scratching the deck. I was looking at the bigger Warriors and notice that they have Treadmaster fitted. I have considered this, and whilst it looks very smart, and would achieve the finish I am after - it is blo%$dy expensive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Just to be awkward, what is treadmaster? I fyou only want something that doesn't slip and cheap, have you consider 'grit tape'? They are the grippy black/grey stripe they put on steps to stop people from slipping. They wear quite well too if stuck on clean surface. The come in 50mm x18m roll (about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 On past boats I've used a floor covering that is used behind the bars in pubs. It looks smooth but is actually rough to the touch. I've also seen it used in wet areas. I've a bit left over here in the garage but not sure it would be enough to do your deck. Go to a local flooring company and I'm sure that they'll be able to sort you some out. It'll be a fraction of the cost of Treadmaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 look at the next jumble teknix from soton do treadmaster for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newboy Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 On past boats I've used a floor covering that is used behind the bars in pubs. It looks smooth but is actually rough to the touch. I've also seen it used in wet areas. That's the same principle as grit tape. It has grit moulded into the plastic. We use it in the kitchen of our shop. I think they come in 1.5mm and 3mm really good stuff, non slip as long as you don't wear trainers on them when wet, otherwise it can be quite slippery too. Only one major complain from the chefs, they go thru shoes in treble quick time, as it wears the sole down really quick. They are fairly reasonable too, no more than the cost of a good quality carpet. PS. you have to glue it down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 I think we're talking about different things. The stuff I used comes on a roll 4 mtrs wide from a flooring co. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
great white Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Hi Adam I have treadmaster on my foredeck, it has been on there 13 years and is as good as new. It is much friendlier on the feet in the summer than a gritted deck, we walk on it barefoot all the time when swimming off the boat with the kids. I usually just scrub it off when I finish for the day, but it will take pressure washing as well. If you can find a cheap source it is good gear, but be sure the deck is 100% sound, clean and dry before you put it on. and also check that the adhesive is in date if you get it from a cheap source. It may be worth putting it on in several pieces and leave a gap or two of an inch or so wide front to back to help make it easy for the water to run aft, and easier to clean. Not sure if it would stain if you left anchors and chain on it though. Hope that is some help Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack the Lad Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Might I suggest if laying 'Treadmaster' or any other similar decking material (even non-slip strips); always round the corners. This stops the corners from lifting and looks much better/more proffessional. Cheers -Jack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted March 30, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Thanks Chaps. I dont want a gritted deck - the treadmaster is ideal - so Ill think Ill keep my eyes out for a cheap source - if Teknix d it for Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shytalk Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 that were me at work teknix are the rubber and hose people they are sure to be at magna jumble he had plenty of various colours at the soton jumble last sunday at Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted March 30, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Thanks Peter - Ill keep an eye out for him. Can you approach him directly, or is it just the jumbles? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coddy Posted March 30, 2005 Report Share Posted March 30, 2005 Adam You have seen my Warrior, I have the plastic block mat. Works great as non slip for bits and pieces plus humans, easy to lift for cleaning, if you drop anything it stays in one of the holes to be picked up. Pop round for a look see if you want, not sure where to get some as it came with the boat. Coddy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shytalk Posted March 31, 2005 Report Share Posted March 31, 2005 you can he is up at soton but jumble might be better for cash deals !!!!! plus magna is closer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seamouse Posted March 31, 2005 Report Share Posted March 31, 2005 Adam, Talking to Paul at Warrior a while back, they get the Treadmaster for the 175 on a huge roll and it sounds like they cut a fair bit to waste. You could try asking the factory if they'll sell/donate you some offcuts? Don't forget to budget for the adhesive, it is expensive. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted March 31, 2005 Author Report Share Posted March 31, 2005 Thanks Steve - sounds like you have considered this on Lookfar? Re. Adhesive, do I need to use the Treadmaster stuff? I was just going to use Evostick Waterproof Contact Adhesive?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted March 31, 2005 Report Share Posted March 31, 2005 basically same glue with a pretty label on the tin we put son on lady margarets fore deck 6 years ago and its still there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted March 31, 2005 Report Share Posted March 31, 2005 Adam, Have a look at coddy's Paul J Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seamouse Posted April 1, 2005 Report Share Posted April 1, 2005 Thanks Steve - sounds like you have considered this on Lookfar? Re. Adhesive, do I need to use the Treadmaster stuff? Hi Adam, Nope, I'm happy enough with my deck and anyway it just got resurfaced for other reasons. It was just one of those things, Paul mentioned that given the price of the stuff it'd be nice to be able to use the wastage. As for the adhesive, sounds like Evostick does the business. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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