Refinishing the cuddy
Posted: Fri Jul 24, 2020 2:39 pm
Hey folks,
I'm getting ready to clean out and refinish my cuddy. The previous owner didn't really take care of it and it's pretty dingy and not all that pleasant. Can anyone recommend a good paint for the cuddy interior? I was thinking of just using Rustoleum Topside Marine Paint in Gloss White.
https://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/marine-coatings/topside-paint
The inside doesn't seem to be gel coated but just painted fiberglass. My plan was just to scrub the interior clean, maybe rough it up with some sandpaper before applying paint directly. Should I consider a primer or am I overthinking it?
Also when I was in there, I noticed that two spots on the cuddy floor, just aft and to either side of the mast step, felt a bit thin and were slightly oilcanned. I was worried about trusting either spot with my full weight, afraid I would punch through the floor. Just wondering if this is a common trait of DSII's or whether it's a sign on underlying damage. Will try to take a couple of pics when I'm able.
I'm getting ready to clean out and refinish my cuddy. The previous owner didn't really take care of it and it's pretty dingy and not all that pleasant. Can anyone recommend a good paint for the cuddy interior? I was thinking of just using Rustoleum Topside Marine Paint in Gloss White.
https://www.rustoleum.com/product-catalog/consumer-brands/marine-coatings/topside-paint
The inside doesn't seem to be gel coated but just painted fiberglass. My plan was just to scrub the interior clean, maybe rough it up with some sandpaper before applying paint directly. Should I consider a primer or am I overthinking it?
Also when I was in there, I noticed that two spots on the cuddy floor, just aft and to either side of the mast step, felt a bit thin and were slightly oilcanned. I was worried about trusting either spot with my full weight, afraid I would punch through the floor. Just wondering if this is a common trait of DSII's or whether it's a sign on underlying damage. Will try to take a couple of pics when I'm able.