Non-Skid

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Jun 25, 2011
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Hunter 356 Newburyport, MA
I'm trying to find a way to polish up my non-skid without making it slippery. I see some newer model boats around and their non-skid really shines. Currently, I've been using 3m non-skid cleaner, however this is only a cleaner and does not make it shine. Does anyone have any suggestions?
 

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May 17, 2004
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Hunter 356 Solomons MD
Why not self-polishing "wax" liquid? It will coat the surface but should not increase the slipperiness of the tiny tips of the raised areas that your shoes contact.
 
Mar 8, 2011
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Catalina 25 Long island
I know Island Girl makes a sealing product for non skid that is supposed to be very good. I also hear that Woody Wax makes a good product as well. If you search either on this forum you can get some testimonials.
 
Dec 2, 1999
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Hunter Vision-36 Rio Vista, CA.
Island Girl
Woody Wax
Aurora Marine Products

Most of the time when someone paints their non-skid, they put a "flattening" agent in the paint to eliminate the shinny (glare). I doubt that there is much out there to make non-skid shine once it ages.

I would suggest trying some of these products and see if removing the oxidation give you the effect you are looking for without making the decks slippery.
 
May 24, 2004
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Hunter 33.5 Portsmouth, RI
I have used the Aurora (Canadian company) product called "Sure Step". It is a polish for non-skid decking that maintains normal traction. It doesn't gain traction, but it doesn't lose traction either. I think it it is a very good product and have used it for years. It not only improves the look, but it helps keep the decks clear, allowing water (rain or hose) to wash away dirt easier. Just Google Aurora Marine Products. They also make a good non-skid cleaner called Boat Scrub.
 
Jun 27, 2004
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Hunter 34 New Bern, NC
I have had good luck with PolyGlow. It will make the non-skid shiny, but not slippery
 
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