Currently having my skiff built and I had originally planned to go with their version of seadek. However looking at the price (2k for a 16ft skiff) I am debating not going with it anymore. My skiff is going to be OD green so likely pretty hot underfoot in the summer but just looking for some input. I know it would really complete the look of my skiff but just don’t know if I can justify the price.
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Don’t worry I won’t double the price after all this great feedback
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Really like it, but it's hard to clean. I've had bad luck with cats scratching it up.
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After reading through this thread it looks like I'm in the minority but here goes... I put it on our current boat & I will definitely put it on the next one. It feels great on the feet & is easy enough to clean off. I did not use one of the major brands, I used some off brand stuff off of Amazon. Because I used a cheap brand, it "bleeds" when I wash the boat thoroughly. Doesn't stain anything, but kind of annoying. Either way, for me I think the pros outweigh the cons.
Lol funny you mention that because I just bought a casting platform that came with it, set it on the porch while my skiff is out getting repaired and my cat instantly took an interest in it. While that's nothing new for cats (they love anything new) he kept laying on it every day and next thing i know it's got claw marks all over it so I had to put it in the shed
I will say it's definitely a plus for casting and poling platforms, gotta have it for that. But I also gotta admit that every time I see a boat literally covered in Sea Dek I feel sorry for the poor sucker that's going to have to remove it someday because it is not going to outlast the life of any boat, especially in Florida where the sun can melt your face off.
ALSO....Good luck getting the adhesive off of non skid. I had a bitch of a time getting it off the smooth surface off an SUP with an aggressive adhesive remover and plastic scrapers. It would probably be easiest to scrape off the entire non skid itself and starting over with new non skid.
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If you have toddlers and a dog on the boat it’s definitely worth it in the cockpit. If not, skip it and just get reel pads.
I prefer Flexiteek to SeaDeck and other like materials. The fake teak has good non-skid properties, is easier to clean, looks better, and is more durable. SeaDek and like materials are quieter and softer to walk on.
Btw, fake teak is what's on all the modern cruise ships.
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Btw, fake teak is what's on all the modern cruise ships.
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I got sea-dek on my HB on the casting platform and poling. Feels nice and its pretty clean for all the pluff mud that has found its way on those platforms. It’ll be going on the restored boat for the dog in the cockpit.
Disclaimer: I sell SeaDek for a living.
Like some other things in life, It is not for everyone, and it is not for every boat. Some folks hate it, some folks wouldn't run a boat without it.
I'd recommend starting small and just doing your poling/casting platforms. 2k for a 16' skiff is high - that must be for a full kit (every inch of the boats walking surface). Start with those small areas, see if you like it, and add on down the road as needed/wanted.
The biggest thing to watch is how the install is done. Prep work is everything. If your installer cuts corners, you will have issues down the road. If they do the proper prep/cleaning and install techniques, the SeaDek will last 9+ years. Also, ask questions about warranty issues. A quality installer will come out to do any removal/replacements necessary for you should any issues arise.
Like some other things in life, It is not for everyone, and it is not for every boat. Some folks hate it, some folks wouldn't run a boat without it.
I'd recommend starting small and just doing your poling/casting platforms. 2k for a 16' skiff is high - that must be for a full kit (every inch of the boats walking surface). Start with those small areas, see if you like it, and add on down the road as needed/wanted.
The biggest thing to watch is how the install is done. Prep work is everything. If your installer cuts corners, you will have issues down the road. If they do the proper prep/cleaning and install techniques, the SeaDek will last 9+ years. Also, ask questions about warranty issues. A quality installer will come out to do any removal/replacements necessary for you should any issues arise.
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Great advice from the guy that sells it (BrandonFox). It's really a must have on the platforms IMO. I think it helps by providing cushion and maybe a little more grip to prevent slippage. My first poling platform was solid fiberglass and it could be very slippery.
Yeah proper prep work is key for sure. If you're gonna spend the money on SeaDek definitely have an approved installer do the work so it will last as long as it possibly can, also for warranty reasons.
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I'm not a fan of completely covered cockpits/decks/gunwales/etc, but I have come to love a thick helm pad for the times I stand while running.
Does black seadek get super hot? I've heard yes and no. Would like some real world feedback. Looking to use on high wear areas like poling platform and casting platform. I have light grey now and its a PITA to keep clean.
It gets hotter than lighter colors of SeaDek, but not un-usable hot. We do several brands of speed boats in all-black, OEM. Not my favorite look, but popular in that market. If you DM me your shipping address, I can send you a piece of black scrap that you can let bake in the sun and test out for yourself.
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Any tips for removing the adhesive residue?
After wrestling the old seadeck up. Not an easy project in itself.
What worked for me was soaking paper towels with mineral spirits and covering the deck with them. Covered that with black plastic. Let it sit in the sun and overnight. Then with multiple scotch bright pads scrub the residue off. They gum up quickly. I kept a small bucket with mineral spirits to soak them in and try to clean them. You go through a bunch of scotchbrite pads. Repeat as necessary. After it was all over I buffed and polished the deck. I know it is there and can still see a little discoloration in some spots.
I used ACR citrus adhesive remover but apparently they don't make it anymore.
The next best thing that comes up is the 3M version might wanna try that. Amazon.com : Box Partners 3M - Adhesive Remover Citrus Based 6041 : Art Adhesive Removers : Arts, Crafts & Sewing
Also you can try using a heat gun but it's tricky. It was working for me pretty well until I got too close and delaminated the epoxy from the board, so I stopped doing that and used the adhesive remover instead. That being said, a boat deck is going to be way thicker and tougher than a paddle board, so I would give the heat gun method a shot too. Use plastic scrapers once you heat it up real good.
[edit] I tried the mineral spirits method with paper towels as well and it didn't work nearly as well as the citrus cleaner did, plus it's biodegradable.
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Put it where you stand frequently. It holds dirt and does not get as hot as your non skid deck.
As you get older it really helps. I like spending lots of time on the water. I added seadec behind the helpm, on the pole plat and on the casting platform. Worth the money. Makes the platform safe and comfortable.
For adhesive residue - a power washer, and a couple of hours.
Try acetone on a small area, scrub gently with a stainless steel brush. Have a paper towel folded a couple times and ready to wipe before the area dries. Repeat...
Test for compatibility with your finish first, wear gloves, use ventilation.
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