Rachel, Oops, you're right. Looks like Maria Jorge gets the credit; "Starboard is the copyright name of marine grade polymer sheets commonly used in the marine industry in place of teak on boats. It is easy to work with using standard tools, stands up to UV rays and is practically maintenance free. Here is the website: www.kingstarboard.com. West Marine carries it but it is expensive. I would look around for other sources such as someone who sells plastic sheeting. It will never have the beauty of teak but I like the fact that it is maintenance free. Re-doing the teak toerails and other trim on my M17 has been enough work. The tan color contrasts nicely with the vertical teak trim on the companionway." Maria Well, at least I got the Gender right. BTW, I found a place that sells teak in small quantities (plywood and lumber) at reasonable prices. Check out www.buckwoodcraft.com. Also, Marisafe.com is the best place to buy starboard. --Bob On Jun 16, 2005, at 7:28 PM, Rachel wrote:
On Jun 16, 2005, at 9:19 PM, Bob Olson wrote:
So, after two months of fixing and adding stuff to my new (old) Monty 15, I think I'm finally ready to put it in some water.... -- Built new hatchboards (thanks Rachel for your Starboard suggestion)
Hi Bob,
Your M-15 looks great! I don't think it would have been me suggesting Starboard for your hatches though - must be someone else who should get the credit.
Happy sailing! --- Rachel
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