My 1988 Grady Overnighter has the fake wood bulkheads over wood. I would really like to replace just for a more modern look as the bulkheads are OK structurally. While I would like to replace with starboard, that is too large a project for me at this point, not to mention being a true test of my shade tree skills. Wish somebody could come up with a kit from their patterns, but that is another subject.
What I an looking for is a better look at reasonable price and effort. I have come up with two options that i thought I would run by you guys.
Option 1 would be to paint the bulkheads over the plastic fake wood. Some type of surface prep - cleaning, sanding, etc. followed by paint. Do not know what type of paint, a special marine epoxy, maybe a plastic paint from a home improvement store, enamel, epoxy, etc. Not sure how this would work or look.
Option 2 is an idea i gave a try with mixed results. I think the issues were my fault in installation not in concept. My plan was to cover the bulkheads with a white vinyl like marine sign makers use. I bought some and tried to install but ended up with too many bubbles. It would have looked OK without the bubbles. Should have done it on a calmer day with more soapy water and more patience. I think somebody used to wrapping boats or cars could do it easily.
Has anybody tried either of these ideas before? Any ideas or suggestions?
Bob
What I an looking for is a better look at reasonable price and effort. I have come up with two options that i thought I would run by you guys.
Option 1 would be to paint the bulkheads over the plastic fake wood. Some type of surface prep - cleaning, sanding, etc. followed by paint. Do not know what type of paint, a special marine epoxy, maybe a plastic paint from a home improvement store, enamel, epoxy, etc. Not sure how this would work or look.
Option 2 is an idea i gave a try with mixed results. I think the issues were my fault in installation not in concept. My plan was to cover the bulkheads with a white vinyl like marine sign makers use. I bought some and tried to install but ended up with too many bubbles. It would have looked OK without the bubbles. Should have done it on a calmer day with more soapy water and more patience. I think somebody used to wrapping boats or cars could do it easily.
Has anybody tried either of these ideas before? Any ideas or suggestions?
Bob