dhmeissner
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- Sep 26, 2012
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- Vessel Name
- The Promise
- Vessel Make
- Roughwater 35
Hello DIY'ers, woodworkers & craftsmen,
I'm switching from mechanical/electrical to fit & finish this year. The PO was merciless with the sander. See pics below. The teak railings were 1-1/4" (6/4?) but now there is less than 7/8" in some places. I've removed them so I can work on the gunnel.
I want to have railings fabricated in 1+" stainless tube, but the admiral prefers I restore the teak. There is a lot of teak, I'm a pretty good woodworker.
What do you think as far as a cost/benefit? I think stainless may be less initial cost, plus mostly maintenance free. The gunnel is teak and although also worn a bit, is saveable.
I'm switching from mechanical/electrical to fit & finish this year. The PO was merciless with the sander. See pics below. The teak railings were 1-1/4" (6/4?) but now there is less than 7/8" in some places. I've removed them so I can work on the gunnel.
I want to have railings fabricated in 1+" stainless tube, but the admiral prefers I restore the teak. There is a lot of teak, I'm a pretty good woodworker.
What do you think as far as a cost/benefit? I think stainless may be less initial cost, plus mostly maintenance free. The gunnel is teak and although also worn a bit, is saveable.