hardwoodcd
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I have jumped in with both feet into unknown territory! I have done a ton of reading on this site in hopes of educating myself. Pretty sure I can get the boat water tight but I'm looking forward a bit so I can get a few things ordered. So I have a few questions to start.
1. I'd like to know what kind of etching primer is the best to use?
2. What kind of paint to use?
3. I've never really worked on a metal project before. I'm not scared to get into it but want to know what peoples opinions are for framing up everything once I get that far? aluminum framing or wood? aluminum decking or wood? combination of the two? I'm leaning toward a wood deck at least so I can make my hatch's a bit easier.
4. What are your reasons for different framing and decking?
5. What thickness plywood for casing decks if I choose that way? 3/4? less?
6. As for the floor, I'm leaning towards filling in between the ribs with 1 1/2" foam and then covering it with aluminum. What size should I use?
I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go!
Thanks!
Casey
1. I'd like to know what kind of etching primer is the best to use?
2. What kind of paint to use?
3. I've never really worked on a metal project before. I'm not scared to get into it but want to know what peoples opinions are for framing up everything once I get that far? aluminum framing or wood? aluminum decking or wood? combination of the two? I'm leaning toward a wood deck at least so I can make my hatch's a bit easier.
4. What are your reasons for different framing and decking?
5. What thickness plywood for casing decks if I choose that way? 3/4? less?
6. As for the floor, I'm leaning towards filling in between the ribs with 1 1/2" foam and then covering it with aluminum. What size should I use?
I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go!
Thanks!
Casey