Hi -
We've had a great couple seasons on our 1991 Mac 26S, but I'm realizing the deck needs some sealant or restoration. It takes more time and elbow grease to clean spider and bird droppings than I'd like, and chalk rubs off when rinsing into the water or when sitting in the cockpit.
We've had good luck with the washing and waxing discussions for the hull, and use Starbrite on the non-skid.
But I think it's time for "something more" on the non-skid.
There are multiple "painting" approaches out there (like Awlgrip) but I'm not sure I want to get into that level of effort and expense.
Would a spray on / temporary approach (like Woody Wax) mitigate the chalkiness and do anything to boost the "health" of the non-skid?
Or would a "heavy wax" type solution (like Sure Step) be a good middle ground?
Thanks for sharing your experiences and recommendations!
Oh, and we're sailing miswestern inland lakes, so we're not baking in the sun as much as others.
Scott
We've had a great couple seasons on our 1991 Mac 26S, but I'm realizing the deck needs some sealant or restoration. It takes more time and elbow grease to clean spider and bird droppings than I'd like, and chalk rubs off when rinsing into the water or when sitting in the cockpit.
We've had good luck with the washing and waxing discussions for the hull, and use Starbrite on the non-skid.
But I think it's time for "something more" on the non-skid.
There are multiple "painting" approaches out there (like Awlgrip) but I'm not sure I want to get into that level of effort and expense.
Would a spray on / temporary approach (like Woody Wax) mitigate the chalkiness and do anything to boost the "health" of the non-skid?
Or would a "heavy wax" type solution (like Sure Step) be a good middle ground?
Thanks for sharing your experiences and recommendations!
Oh, and we're sailing miswestern inland lakes, so we're not baking in the sun as much as others.
Scott