Composite decking

[Busted Knuckle]

I need to replace the deck of a boat I just bought, and would like to know if what I am proposing will work.
I have seen a hollow cored composite deck material that is tonge and grove, the material however is for home decks, not specified for marine use. It would seem to be lighter weight than most of the deck material because it has 3 hollow cores running the length of it. The thickness is about a inch. I would install it by using sealant between each joint then screw it down, maybe with brass screws? Let me know what you think. Thanks

Here is the link, they also have a 9" X .5" board that I think could be used for tirm and other uses.www.nexwood.com/deckprod.html

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First thing what is the boat used for? where is it used ? what kind of boat is it?second is to be glassed over? if so will anything bond to this material? a test piece may be worth buying
Howard

[MartinOng]

please read our Contractor's Handbook. You can download it from our website: www.nexwood.com
T&G is fastened using Dual Thread #10x2-1/2" screw angled 60-45 degree.
If you are using wooden frame, maybe it will be okay. If you are using metal frame, please use 2x6 or 5/4 REB Nexwood board. Thank you.

[PAR]

Decking provides a bit more then keeping the rain and spray off you feet when aboard. In most designs, the deck adds considerably to the over all structure's strength and stability. The selection of materials for a deck is an engineering task, not taken lightly by the designers I know, mindful off the needs and issues it will have to endure.

I'm not sure of this decking material suggestion of yours, because I'm not informed on the properties of the product you're planning on using. I would caution you to completely check the material properties and make sure they are compatible with the other products you're going to use, compatible with the properties of the material(s) you intend on replacing with this stuff and ask yourself if the jury has been out long enough on this product to have a reasonable outcome in durability, water tightness and other properties necessary for any successful design change.

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The product I am speaking of is called IPE. A trade name for a durable hardwood produced by large hardwood trees. This product is also referred to as Ironwood because it is a very heavy dense hardwood.

The IPE product is quickly becoming the number one hardwood choice of builders across the nation, because of its surprising durability and performance in the harshest outdoor environments. Nearly as heavy and hard as Iron