Polly Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Our track mark had a paint layer on which was looking decidedly 'shabby chic', ok just shabby! After checking what was on, I looked for wisdom on t'internet; Blakes or International? Neither said the oracles, Sandtex Masonry Paint, waterproof, breathable, dirt resistant and.....half the price! We have just done our test patch, looking good I must say. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 1, 2014 Author Share Posted August 1, 2014 This is the stern hatch, but I also tried it on an off cut of the track mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlesprite Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 I'd be interested to know what it looks like in a year, I could save a few pounds if it works out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 1, 2014 Author Share Posted August 1, 2014 Yes here's hoping! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 We used masonry paint on our timber sailing boat decks for years and it always did a good job.. we used to mix in international non slip additive although you can mix in a bit of sand and it does a really good job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyMorgan Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 No experience but have heard masonry paint being recommended before. Interesting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaylightGate Posted August 1, 2014 Share Posted August 1, 2014 Alan This sounds like a plan as I am about to repaint the deck on my Bounty. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 1, 2014 Author Share Posted August 1, 2014 They do a slightly textured and a smooth. I am going for smooth and keeping the sand option in reserve, it's a bit grippy just 'as is'. Nice colours too.... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timbo Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 Thanks for the tip...will be painting decks shortly and that has saved me some money! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 6, 2014 Author Share Posted August 6, 2014 It dries fast too, Tim, so if Uncle Albert is aboard, you are in with a fighting chance of it drying before he adjusts it's appearance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawsOrca Posted August 6, 2014 Share Posted August 6, 2014 We found though that it did deteriorate and needed doing every year though. We aren't doing on the power boat for this reason. Although if you are happy to do each year then its probably worth doing.. means you can change your mind too Garage Floor paint is another alternative and a bit harder wearing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Polly Posted August 6, 2014 Author Share Posted August 6, 2014 A yearly once over would not be a bother. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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