Bill Blanton Posted June 20, 2016 Report Share Posted June 20, 2016 The non-skid surfaces on my 2004 17 HPX-V are starting to show extensive wear. Instead of applying new non-skid, I'm considering covering all horizontal surfaces with SeaDek. Anyone have experience with such an extensive Sea-Dek application? One concern I have is, how difficult is to keep SeaDek surfaces clean? Thanks for any information you can provide. Best, Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Island Style Posted June 20, 2016 Report Share Posted June 20, 2016 it does take some effort to clean. When you get blood or anything on it clean it then and it isn't bad. I am on my 3rd boat with sea dek and love it!! Not sure where you are located but check out castaway customs!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveC Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 SeaDek is a really nice upgrade, you can customize it and do some contrasting color match for your boat as well. Yes it can be tough to clean but I think its worth it, I'm hoping to my paint done soon so I can move on to that next step too! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 how does the SeaDek material hold up after a few seasons of UV rays and foot traffic ? I have it on top of two coolers and they are showing wear already. I'm just wondering how punishing foot traffic will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Island Style Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 On my 17 MA if held up for a few years. I have dogs and had a few scraps on it. Our boat gets used every weekend and it held up nicely. Tyler keeps the pattern so if you ever need a new piece it is a phone call away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAYBIRD Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 I have my whole boat done 5 years ago in grey and I absolutely will not have another boat without it. After each use I scrub it with soft scrub and today it looks like the day I put it in. I Put in the 3mm over the 5 mm for a nice soft cushion feel. It is easier to me to clean than the plain deck. Tyler also put mine in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wayne Posted June 21, 2016 Report Share Posted June 21, 2016 I would say it depends on the color you put down and how much you care about little things.. As a guide you are going to get heavy use on it and its going to show.. It is however very comfy on your feet... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud_man Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 I'm in the same situation - my MA is slicker than an ice rink when wet and slimy. So also trying to decide what to do. While researching I found another foam flooring option called AquaTraction (Link). I spoke with them on the phone and they seem very friendly and customer oriented. They are sending some samples to see what it's like and how the colors work with the gelcoat. Good luck with your search. Cheers, Bud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 Looks like Aqua Traction is going to give Sea Dek some competition ...nice looking stuff on their web site. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 does aqua traction charge for the samples like sea dek Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bud_man Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 I received the Aqua Traction samples today (no charge). I requested the lighter colors only. Below is a photo of them on the deck, inside the garage, under fluorescent lighting. The white dot pattern looks like it goes with my gelcoat pretty well (the boat previously lived on a lift). It's lighter but in the same color tone. Next I want to check it outside in the sunlight. I really like the feel of the material and larger dots - a bit spongier than the SD. Anxiously waiting on a quote... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boomer Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 When I bought my boat last fall, I priced a seadek install just for the cockpit. The local installer wanted $1700. I fell back to option b and just enjoy the nonskid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishmanjj Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 Looks like good stuff, I've been reluctant to put Sea Dek at helm because of how it shows wear on the top of my two coolers. Not sure how it would hold up to foot traffic...it seems like others have had good luck with it though. Has anyone had to take a large piece up, and if so..how aggravating is it to get up ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wanaflatsfish Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 On June 20, 2016 at 3:43 PM, Bill Blanton said: The non-skid surfaces on my 2004 17 HPX-V are starting to show extensive wear. Instead of applying new non-skid, I'm considering covering all horizontal surfaces with SeaDek. Anyone have experience with such an extensive Sea-Dek application? One concern I have is, how difficult is to keep SeaDek surfaces clean? Thanks for any information you can provide. Best, Bill Bill, I'd give Bob at Inshore Marine a call...he can do either Non-Skid or SeaDeck and is the best to give you an accurate assessment on costs. From my limited experience from how I"ve seen you and your fishing, I'd say go with Non-Skid, given the variety of clients you have....a good non-skid will give you another 10 years and the boat will look like new.... The first time one of your clients walks through some nice tar at Outdoor Resorts from the parking lot or the local diner, and they step on your boat...you are gona cringe when it hits the sea-deck. For the non-guide, I'd say it's a nice upgrade...I'm thinking about it on my skinny mini....also considering painting the deck...have to see....but, as a non -guide, I can control more of who and what goes on the boat. DC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveC Posted June 26, 2016 Report Share Posted June 26, 2016 Just a quick suggestion, not all EVA foam materials are the same, better check if the products have the same or better UV stability. Often the reverse engineered stuff isn't the same? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bankerhours Posted June 29, 2016 Report Share Posted June 29, 2016 My HPX-V has SeaDek in the cockpit, deck and both platforms. It is great on your feet or when you're working on the boat, it can be a pain to keep clean but overall I like it. My SeaDek is going on 10 years old and is still holding up well aside from some scratches from the dogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Island Style Posted June 29, 2016 Report Share Posted June 29, 2016 Boomer that price seems WAY high check with Castaway Customs. GL! My boat was more than that but I had everything done and I have a ton of Sq ft. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptAndy Posted July 18, 2017 Report Share Posted July 18, 2017 If anyone is interested in Aquatraction I am a certified dealer in South Florida. Product is better in many ways compared to EVA. Ours is a PE foam and much more durable but touches and feels the same as the rest. Feel free to give me a text or shout at 2394040380 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convertible13 Posted July 18, 2017 Report Share Posted July 18, 2017 There's a huge post on THT about Seadeck curling and melting on certain parts of the boat due to concentrated sun ray reflections in corners. Ive never used it or have first hand knowledge but it was quite a big post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Convertible13 Posted July 19, 2017 Report Share Posted July 19, 2017 At thehulltruth.com type in "Seadeck disappointment" to see 9 pages on Seadek. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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