I'm in the process of removing the stained/mildewed and generally grungy fabric from the cabin of my Hunter 27. (I'm talking about the fabric on the interior of the hull, not the cushions.) I'm considering various options. So... 1. Does anyone know of a source for similar fabric and/or the thin foam underlay? 2. What mastic is used to attach these? 3. Any advice regarding the dangers/benefits of just ripping out all the old fabric and painting the hull interior? Any and all thoughts/advice gratefully appreciated.
Interior fabric -- sources and ideas needed!
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Painting the interior hull
I have a similar problem. We have enjoyed fresh water sailing at Flint Creek Water part near Wiggins, MS. Our present interior hull has the drab and dirty carpet material on the side and ceiling areas. Like your question, I am wondering if it is okay to just tear out and clean the areas and paint them. I checked the latest Hunter 27 and they feature a painted areas that you are referring to. Hope we can both get answers to our question. Garry Dearman
I have a similar problem. We have enjoyed fresh water sailing at Flint Creek Water part near Wiggins, MS. Our present interior hull has the drab and dirty carpet material on the side and ceiling areas. Like your question, I am wondering if it is okay to just tear out and clean the areas and paint them. I checked the latest Hunter 27 and they feature a painted areas that you are referring to. Hope we can both get answers to our question. Garry Dearman
"Monkey Fur" Available at WM (or others)!
You can replace the "Monkey Fur" with the same product you can buy at different suppliers. Use a 3M Adhesive Spray to attach it to the inner hull walls.
You can replace the "Monkey Fur" with the same product you can buy at different suppliers. Use a 3M Adhesive Spray to attach it to the inner hull walls.
Interior Fabric Salvation
Okay, West Marine is out of stock, but now that I discover the proper name for this stuff that I called carpet (and I've seen referred to as monkey fur) is actually HULL LINER, I've found a number of possible sources. So things are looking up! Thanks.
Okay, West Marine is out of stock, but now that I discover the proper name for this stuff that I called carpet (and I've seen referred to as monkey fur) is actually HULL LINER, I've found a number of possible sources. So things are looking up! Thanks.
It's a Cinch!!!!
The process is very easy, takes a little elbow grease but so worth it in the end. Ripping off all the old hull interior liner, you should be fully covered and wear a mask/goggles. The old mastic is awful and itchy if you should also rub up against the fiberglass hull. Gloves are recommended since the underlying fiberglass will flake and get into your skin. Don't be discouraged just yet. The old liner needs to be ripped off, you can use the help of pry bars, or a good pair of pliers (locking kind) that can grab the liner close to the hull and put some muscle into it while pulling. After the liner is off vacuum thoroughly. I used soy stripper from Franmar Chemical and applied it to the hull to remove any old mastic. Use a paintbrush and apply thickly. You can also use this stripper to clean the fiberglass thru out the boat it will take off grime grease and dirt like you cannot believe. Let the stripper sit at least a day to really soften the old glue. With a wet terry rag begin washing off (water soluble) the stripper and old glue. You will have to constantly be rinsing this in a pail till the hull is as clean as you can get. Don't try for perfection there is no need, just getting the hull prepped for the new glue is all that is necessary. Applying the new hull liner is allot like installing carpet, measure, make special cuts leaving the overall portion slightly bigger so you can get final razor cuts to fit perfectly. Apply new mastic to both the hull and wrong side of hull liner. This needs to sit a while before sticking to the two sides together. The 3M product works the best "general trim adhesive" and sprays beautifully. You can get new hull liner either from Sailrite or call GT Global Products Solutions (the manufacturer) at 800-967-7753. They will find a retailer you can purchase their product from. They have more color options then Sailrite which only has one color choice. I did my boat in the areas where we didn't install bead board. Behind lockers, shelves etc. Best of luck, you will be thrilled after it's installed. Saying good-bye to that smelly old hull liner was the most cathartic experience!!!! Laurie
The process is very easy, takes a little elbow grease but so worth it in the end. Ripping off all the old hull interior liner, you should be fully covered and wear a mask/goggles. The old mastic is awful and itchy if you should also rub up against the fiberglass hull. Gloves are recommended since the underlying fiberglass will flake and get into your skin. Don't be discouraged just yet. The old liner needs to be ripped off, you can use the help of pry bars, or a good pair of pliers (locking kind) that can grab the liner close to the hull and put some muscle into it while pulling. After the liner is off vacuum thoroughly. I used soy stripper from Franmar Chemical and applied it to the hull to remove any old mastic. Use a paintbrush and apply thickly. You can also use this stripper to clean the fiberglass thru out the boat it will take off grime grease and dirt like you cannot believe. Let the stripper sit at least a day to really soften the old glue. With a wet terry rag begin washing off (water soluble) the stripper and old glue. You will have to constantly be rinsing this in a pail till the hull is as clean as you can get. Don't try for perfection there is no need, just getting the hull prepped for the new glue is all that is necessary. Applying the new hull liner is allot like installing carpet, measure, make special cuts leaving the overall portion slightly bigger so you can get final razor cuts to fit perfectly. Apply new mastic to both the hull and wrong side of hull liner. This needs to sit a while before sticking to the two sides together. The 3M product works the best "general trim adhesive" and sprays beautifully. You can get new hull liner either from Sailrite or call GT Global Products Solutions (the manufacturer) at 800-967-7753. They will find a retailer you can purchase their product from. They have more color options then Sailrite which only has one color choice. I did my boat in the areas where we didn't install bead board. Behind lockers, shelves etc. Best of luck, you will be thrilled after it's installed. Saying good-bye to that smelly old hull liner was the most cathartic experience!!!! Laurie
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