I need guidance on refinishing my cabin floor

[DaveM10278]

Hello all, After many years of faithful service the teak flooring on my 1987 O'Day 322 is starting to show its age. So before I embark on this new project(sanding and revarnishing the floor) of mine I was wondering if the group had any advice? Also it seems that some of the teak / wood flooring panels can be pulled up but others seem to be permanently stuck. Is this the norm or can they all be pulled out? I would really like to do this over the winter at home.Thanks in advance,Dave

 

[Jeff]

Re worked

Mine two years ago. I could not find a way to get the fixed panels out without tearing them up, so I stripped and sanded them on the boat. Strip and sand the removable ones at home. Watch out the veneer is not very thick.I used a urethane finish, about 6 coats and it turned out great. Has held up well and still looks good.Hope you don't have a hour and a half drive to the boat like I did.Good Luck , Jeff

 

[JohnM]

In the same boat

Dave, I bought a 1988 O'Day 322 this past winter and am now facing the same task. I plan to start next month but am not sure what technique to use. Maybe we can coordinate and head off some problems. In any case, good luck.John

 

[tom23262]

Good Old Boat

You're in luck, this month's issue of "Good Old Boat" has a fair extensive article on reflooring a boat with teak. I haven't read the entire article but it seems to take you through the entire process and how to handle the road blocks that pop up. Good Luck!

 

[DaveM10278]

Thanks folks

Thanks for the advice. I am planning to tackle this job this winter / spring so I will let you know what happens. Best of Luck John, I will try to keep you in the loop.Dave