WIlly - the handrails are refinished off the boat - I should also state - wear eye protection, gloves, a proper respirator for the materials at hand, be sure to request and understand all MSDS for materials, this is free information gleaned over the internet - any monkey with a keyboard is suddenly an expert - Beware. Be Careful. Don't do Dumb things. Willy -Wanna buy a Wavelength 24? GO Team Geezer Racing.....Old and in the Way Arizona Sailing Squadron ************************************** See what's new at http://www.aol.com