I completed this same job on our 35-3 and it can be done with Two 4X8 sheets, however you will need to spline the rear piece by the galley as this area is about 5 feet wide at that point. I used 1/4 inch teak/holly laminated to 1/2 inch marine grade plywood using epoxy as the adhesive- this was much less expensive and I have no issues in the past ten years. I coated the underside with anti-mildew paint to seal it and to prevent growth. Bruce C&C 35 - 3 Apple Tree ----- Original Message ----- From: Indigo via CnC-List <cnc-list@cnc-list.com> To: cnc-list@cnc-list.com Cc: Indigo <ind...@thethomsons.us> Sent: Wed, 27 Sep 2017 09:33:04 -0600 (MDT) Subject: Stus-List Replacing Cabin Sole - 35MkIII
I am just about to start on the project to replace the teak and Holly cabin sole on Indigo. I have gleaned much info / advice from past postings on this list, but was wondering if anyone has prepared a "step by step" guide. Things I need help on! 1) steps to ensure that the Holly lines up exactly for each piece. I recently asked, and was told I need 2 pieces of 4' x 8' to complete the job and allow the lines to match up - but I thought from past postings that 3 pieces are needed. Can someone who has done a 35mkiii confirm which? 2) best tool(s) to use to cut out the new pieces using the old boards as templates. Any tips / techniques to ensure accuracy and minimise damage to new veneer? 3) I know I should epoxy the underneath (and sides?) of the boards - how many coats are advised - can the first coat be "thin" to aid penetration into the plywood? 4) advice on what to use for the top surface - presumably a polyurethane varnish - preferred brand, number of coats recommended, what finish (matt, semi-gloss, gloss?) -- Jonathan Indigo C&C 35III SOUTHPORT CT _______________________________________________ This list is supported by the generous donations of our members. If you wish to make a contribution to offset our costs, please go to: https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All Contributions are greatly appreciated! _______________________________________________ The bills have started coming in for the year 2018 and have gone up again. October will be our fund raising month. Please consider sending a small contribution to help keep this list running. Use PayPal to send contribution -- https://www.paypal.me/stumurray All contributions are greatly appreciated!
