Sea deck is a dense, rugged, closed-cell foam padding that gets glued to a boat’s fiberglass deck. It is offered by many new boat builders, and it can also be installed in the aftermarket on older boats. It is offered in a couple of thicknesses, many colors and patterns, and it can be cut to fit just about any shape. It is a very comfortable surface to stand and walk on, and it looks great as well.
This product is a safe and comfortable alternative to carpeting, molded-in non-skid, paint-on textures and other marine traction products. It is UV protected, dries quickly, and is easy to clean. It can be professionally templated and router-cut on a new boat, or you can purchase pre-cut sheets that can easily be self-installed.
In addition to being comfortable and beautiful, SeaDek is durable, shock absorbent and waterproof. It can be used on powerboats, sailboats, trawlers, yachts, ski boats, fishing vessels, deck and pontoon boats, and airboats. It will provide years of comfortable service and can be custom-designed to match any color scheme. It can also be designed to cover existing molded-in non-skid and aggregate type anti-skids, but you will want to ensure that the gelcoat underneath is in good condition and not cracked or pitted.
SeaDek is made in the USA from a closed-cell EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate) foam that has been specifically formulated for marine applications. It is backed with a marine grade, acrylic based, high-bond pressure sensitive adhesive. The installation process is very simple and can be completed in a few hours.
It is available in a wide range of colors and construction patterns, including caribbean blue, bimini blue, bahama blue, midnight black, green apple, olive green, seafoam green, hatteras white, and storm gray. It is also available in several different textures, including diamond pattern and textured micro-dots for enhanced non-skid characteristics. It is easy to maintain and will not stain. It is easily cleaned using mild dish soap and water, or can be scrubbed with a brush and degreaser.
After three years of being decked in SeaDek on my 22’ Glacier Bay, I can say that this product is a real winner. The thickness of the foam provides comfort for standing and walking, and it feels much better underfoot than the diamond-patterned nonskid that came on my boat. It also makes the boat quieter when we fish, as dropping a lure or tugging on a tackle box will not make a loud noise that can scare away the fish.
SeaDek is an affordable luxury that will enhance the look of any boat, whether it is a brand new custom boat or a vintage vessel that is getting a major upgrade. It will protect hard boat surfaces against scratches, chips and dents, and it is quieter than the old flooring when we are fishing. SeaDek is also comfortable to stand on in the sun, and it does not heat up as quickly as other nonskid surfaces.