Best way to weatherproof wood on a boat deck

Discussion in 'Boatbuilding' started by mariobrothers88, Feb 10, 2022.

  1. mariobrothers88
    Joined: Sep 2020
    Posts: 215
    Likes: 10, Points: 18
    Location: San Diego, CA

    mariobrothers88 Senior Member

    Hey guys I'm building a wooden play structure of douglas fir 2x4s on my boat for the kids and I was wondering what is the best way to weatherproof it other than epoxy? Should I got with an exterior latex paint with sealer top coat, waterproof acrylic enamel paint, varnish, penetrating stain, or natural oil like tung or boiled linseed? Which one of these options do you think will provide the best protection? Thanks for any advice!!
     
    Last edited: Feb 10, 2022
    mariobrothers88, Feb 10, 2022
    #1
  2. jehardiman
    Joined: Aug 2004
    Posts: 3,894
    Likes: 1,255, Points: 113, Legacy Rep: 2040
    Location: Port Orchard, Washington, USA

    jehardiman Senior Member

    Because it's doug fir, I'd just use a latex porch paint; not just exterior but a real porch and floor paint.
     
    jehardiman, Feb 10, 2022
    #2
  3. BoatEngineer
    Joined: Jul 2006
    Posts: 3
    Likes: 2, Points: 3, Legacy Rep: 10
    Location: San Diego, CA

    BoatEngineer New Member

    I would first choose Douglas Fir that has no SAP wood. You are paying the same $8-9/ 2x4 at big boxes, so make sure you get your money's worth by picking through the stacks.
     
    BoatEngineer, Feb 10, 2022
    #3
    Will Gilmore likes this.

  5. fallguy
    Joined: Dec 2016
    Posts: 7,909
    Likes: 1,776, Points: 123, Legacy Rep: 10
    Location: usa

    fallguy Senior Member

    Oil based primer and porch and floor enamel suitable over oil.
     
    fallguy, Feb 10, 2022
    #4
Loading...
Similar Threads
  1. starcmr

    Best Materials for Building a Durable and Lightweight Ship?

    starcmr, Aug 31, 2024, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    350
    bajansailor
    Sep 1, 2024
  2. renleo

    Best place to build aluminum sailboat

    renleo, Aug 16, 2022, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    4,260
    comfisherman
    Aug 18, 2022
  3. Boatr

    Best way to core and fiberglass curved edge

    Boatr, Jan 17, 2022, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    11
    Views:
    1,640
    TANSL
    Jan 17, 2022
  4. AdmiralShellfishCo

    Non Skid Aluminum Deck, epoxy/grip best options?

    AdmiralShellfishCo, Jan 11, 2022, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    2,812
    AdmiralShellfishCo
    Jan 13, 2022
  5. isslam akkilah

    fiber vs wood vs aluminum, which one it better and what is the best school in Canada

    isslam akkilah, Nov 21, 2020, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    1,945
    Ike
    Nov 21, 2020
  6. frasco

    Best place in the world to build a 30-35 ft sailboat on a budget?

    frasco, Jun 10, 2018, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    29
    Views:
    12,566
    Angélique
    Jun 15, 2018
  7. burke

    Best softwood species to glass over

    burke, Dec 14, 2016, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    4
    Views:
    3,142
    gaza
    Feb 3, 2017
  8. Charly

    Best Lubricant for Rudder post

    Charly, Jul 31, 2015, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    6,404
    SukiSolo
    Aug 3, 2015
  9. JosephT

    Best boat cover material (UV)

    JosephT, May 26, 2015, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    2
    Views:
    2,244
    JosephT
    May 28, 2015
  10. magentawave

    Whats the best way to secure drawers and doors so they don't fly open while underway?

    magentawave, Jan 29, 2014, in forum: Boatbuilding
    Replies:
    21
    Views:
    23,778
    magentawave
    Feb 3, 2014
Forum posts represent the experience, opinion, and view of individual users. Boat Design Net does not necessarily endorse nor share the view of each individual post.
When making potentially dangerous or financial decisions, always employ and consult appropriate professionals. Your circumstances or experience may be different.