Nina looks gorgeous. If she were here, we would pay a visit for sure 😊
Joe Della Barba From: Brian Davis via CnC-List <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, March 2, 2026 11:20 AM To: Stus-List <[email protected]> Cc: Brian Davis <[email protected]> Subject: [EXTERNAL] Stus-List Re: Restoring Topsides Paint I concur with Richard on the use of AwlGrip. In 2017 I sanded Nina’s deck down to gelcoat (and in some spots to fiberglass) and removed all hardware. Around that time I met an older gentleman who had worked at Rybovich in West Palm Beach. I asked what he would charge to prime and paint the deck — he said $15/hour if I bought the materials. I hired him immediately. He recommended AwlGrip, and over about five weeks (5 days a week, 8–4) he roll-and-tipped the entire deck. The result was excellent — and he taught me the technique along the way. I later used the same approach during a 2022 haul-out when I did a full bottom job and hull color change. That included six weeks of sanding the bottom back to gelcoat to remove roughly 15 layers of paint since 1980. (Fun in hindsight… maybe not so much at the time!) Fast forward to today — the deck still presents well. There are minor signs of age in a few areas, but it has held up impressively. I’ve done occasional touch-ups, and after a recent pressure wash she still cleans up beautifully. One additional note: I highly recommend SoftSand as a non-skid additive in key deck areas. It provides a secure, comfortable feel — especially barefoot. Here are a few recent photos in the listing below for reference: https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/110317 -- Brian Davis Restorative CFO Bringing financial clarity, stability, and confident decision-making 954-892-1128 LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-w-davis-inc> [https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/mail-sig/AIorK4zXc2oTPM2drL5HpbDw9MXXTRNJc4xK6cI6CA-7AWS3_56sLQF4BleLF9u-CfVH7GSl0eRR2rUwrHv5] On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 10:49 AM Richard Bush via CnC-List <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Randy; in 2023-24 I had my topsides repaired from damage inflicted by another boat; (long story); after considerable research, the shop went with Awl Grip; (mostly because my boat has been painted with Awl Grip previously); the cost was in the low $20's; however, that included the repairs to the hull; I have photos if you wish; its only been two years, but I am very pleased with how the job has held up; from my recollection, to keep it looking good over the long haul, you would need to get back to gelcoat, (or as in my case, remove and apply new gelcoat)...$$$ and time! the results, however, will get you lots of compliments! Let me know if you need any more; thanks! Richard 1985 C&C 37 CB: Ohio River: Richard N. Bush Law Offices 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine Louisville, Kentucky 40220 (502) 584-7255 On Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:34:08 AM EST, Randy Stafford via CnC-List <[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>> wrote: Hello Listers, I’m appealing for the list’s wisdom on this subject. Grenadine was painted 7.5 years ago with red Interlux Brightside, three or four coats rolled and tipped, successively thinned and wet sanded with each coat. She looked fantastic! But the paint has oxidized noticeably over the last couple years in the high-altitude sun, despite the fact that I wax her every spring, sometimes twice a year, and she’s in the shade on the hard every winter. I’m not ready to spring for a new paint job yet, but I am willing to attempt a multi-step restoration job involving cutting compound, etc. I have random orbit dual-action polishers at my disposal, and crew to help. What I’d like to know is whether anyone can recommend good products and processes to get her back to that newly-painted look. Many thanks in advance. Cheers, Randy Stafford SV Grenadine C&C 30 MK I #79 Ken Caryl, CO November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly appreciated. November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly appreciated.
November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly appreciated.
