insulating deck cover

[Specmar.Aus]

Hi

We are searching for a durable insulating deck cover or paint based coating with good thermal properties.

Doesn’t need to go straight on to alloy we would be very happy to prime with an epoxy type primer or undercoat first.

The cover would need to be commercial grade non slip. The marine carpets we have used carry to much weed and mud.

To be considered beneficial.

Has any one used a ceramic additive in their deck paint?

Signed HOT FEET

Specmar.Aus
We are searching for a durable insulating deck cover olr paint based coating

[Allan Jennings]

I tried some paint with ceramic beads in which was stated to have incrediable U values. So I did a test with a copper tube painted on the outside filled with water and imersed in an ice bucket and measured the temperaure drop. I then did the same with a tube without the paint to see what the difference was. Certainly there was a difference but no where near what they were claiming. I then showed them the result and they based their R values on radiated heat not conductance!!. Now, your case that may be OK for deck paint to keep out the sun - but not for keeping the warmth inside the boat. I then threw away all the info as I wasn't interested anymore but there are alot of products on the web - and they certainly would stop you getting burnt feet.

[Specmar.Aus]

[quote=Allan Jennings]I tried some paint with ceramic beads in which was stated to have incrediable U values.

Hi Allan

Thanks for your reply good to have some real world feed back.

We are only looking at reducing the heat build up on our Alloy decks.

I have been looking at this for some time and to recoat a deck with any
Product is a fair investment today.

At the price quoted on the net enough ceramic powder for my project.

Is worth the punt.

Cheers Specmar.Aus

[Sander Rave]

Have you considered corck?
Vega is the best informed guy at the moment on the forum I guess.

[Specmar.Aus]

Hi Sander Rae,

We have indeed used cork in the past and found it very good on yachts and some work boats.

I failed to mention we need the COOL DECK PAINT for a small Landing Craft 28’

The landing craft is a Mulity task vessel used as:

Tourist Passenger Ferry, Dive Boat and Cargo for a small Malaysian Island.

Hence the HOT BARE FEET and the need for a very durable product.

On a Personal note I have found the Cork better suited to timber vessels the small amount

of forgiveness in these decks gives the cork a longer working life.

Cheers Specmar.Aus

[Sander Rave]

Foregive me, as I see only ice when I look over my shoulder, outside over the canal ;-)
I'm affraid I'm out of options, other than just an open wood flooring which I understand is not an option. Thanks for your reply.
Regards

[Windvang]

Maybe Marinedeck is what you are looking for.
http://www.stazo.nl/html/references_com_.html

[Vega]

Originally Posted by Specmar.Aus

Hi Sander Rae,

We have indeed used cork in the past and found it very good on yachts and some work boats.

What kind of cork are you talking about (I am interested in learning with your experience).

Do you have considered this combined material: AquaDeck - cork and rubber?

"AquaDeck - Antislip Wet Area Safety Flooring:

Aquadeck anti-slip floor or deck covering is produced from a unique combination of polymers, fine cork granules and rubber to form a stable, homogeneous and hard wearing, anti-slip floor or deck covering which is highly suited to wet or dry conditions. Available in six colours in round or diamond studded pattern.
Applications: marine decking, pontoon decking, swimming pool surrounds, house boats, walkways, stairways, external ramps, selected areas for the disabled, excessive wet areas, bar serving areas, cool stores, etc."

http://www.spec-net.com.au/company/aclcork.htm

[Specmar.Aus]

[quote=Vega]What kind of cork are you talking about (I am interested in learning with your experience).

Do you have considered this combined material: AquaDeck - cork and rubber?

"AquaDeck - Antislip Wet Area Safety Flooring:


Hi Vega,

I have used the Aqua Deck as a Tactile Ground Surface Indicator on Commercial Catwalks and Pontoons

for several years here in AUSSIE the only problems are:

OEM cost USD$50.00 per sq metre sizes are 180 Cm x 90 Cm (price causes a reluctance to carry stock in many colors)

Availability normally 3 to 4 weeks as it is manufactured to order.

This is not convenient for repairs to damaged areas.

However the product has preformed well over time in some very high traffic areas Ferry Terminals ECT.

Aqua Deck would be a starter if it was readily available in the Lighter colors at short notice even at the present OEM cost.

Thanks for your input.

Cheers Specmar.Aus

[dincerd]

Sorry, We Have Used " Floating Floor" In Our 60 Meter Mega-yacht For Thermal Insulation

If Anyone Want To Get Information About This, I Can Help You :d