Semi Trad Stern Bench

[robtheplod]

Hi All

I'm going to be looking to replace my stern benches shortly, but I'm having trouble naming the material. I know its wooden underneath but it has a coating on the top - seems to be the same sort of stuff that steps/swings are made of in childrens play parks?  Can anyone help me name this material so I can find a supplier/carpenter etc?  thanks!!!!

[matty40s]

That looks.like phenolic ply

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/12mm-Phenolic-Plywood-Sheet-1220mm/dp/B07WRCJG3T

Edited February 9, 2020 by matty40s

[Stilllearning]

Hexagrip

[WotEver]

When you cut it, SEAL THE EDGES or it will rot in double quick time. 

[Ex Brummie]

Buffalo Board

[robtheplod]

Thanks everyone!!!

 

I've also come across this as an alternative, as its plastic tempted to try this as it wont rot, but its an unknown!!

 

http://www.ekoplysheets.co.uk/ekoply-recycled-plastic-sheets.php

 

[Jen-in-Wellies]

45 minutes ago, robtheplod said:

Thanks everyone!!!

 

I've also come across this as an alternative, as its plastic tempted to try this as it wont rot, but its an unknown!!

 

http://www.ekoplysheets.co.uk/ekoply-recycled-plastic-sheets.php

 

I'd be tempted for bench seats and steps. Wouldn't use it for an engine bay cover as I'd worry about it sagging from the heat. Looks like you've got aluminium checker plate for that though.

Jen

[MHS]

1 hour ago, robtheplod said:

Thanks everyone!!!

 

I've also come across this as an alternative, as its plastic tempted to try this as it wont rot, but its an unknown!!

 

http://www.ekoplysheets.co.uk/ekoply-recycled-plastic-sheets.php

 

I have used Stokbord for a few jobs and would recommend it for your seats. It’s not cheap but will give you a better finished edge than your eco-ply. I’ve used it for battery boxes and lining the walls of our sun deck at home. 

 

https://www.solwayrecycling.co.uk/shop/farmers/stokbord

[robtheplod]

Hi All, got the Hexagrip, what is the best sealant to use around the edges, something B&Q would sell as would like to sort over this weekend??  thanks!!!!!

[WotEver]

3 minutes ago, robtheplod said:

Hi All, got the Hexagrip, what is the best sealant to use around the edges, something B&Q would sell as would like to sort over this weekend??  thanks!!!!!

From B&Q? Exterior polyurethane varnish would probably be the best bet. West Systems Epoxy would be better but I don’t think they sell it. 

[robtheplod]

Just now, WotEver said:

From B&Q? Exterior polyurethane varnish would probably be the best bet. West Systems Epoxy would be better but I don’t think they sell it. 

thanks...… would Danish oil be suitable (got some of this, just remembered!)…..?

[ditchcrawler]

10 minutes ago, WotEver said:

  West Systems Epoxy would be better but I don’t think they sell it. 

But will probably pay for itself

Edited February 28, 2020 by ditchcrawler

[WotEver]

13 minutes ago, robtheplod said:

thanks...… would Danish oil be suitable (got some of this, just remembered!)…..?

Only if you want to re-do it every few months. I’ve never had much success using it on exterior projects myself. Plus it loves to attract the green stuff. 

[TheBiscuits]

Just now, WotEver said:

Only if you want to re-do it every few months. I’ve never had much success using it on exterior projects myself. Plus it loves to attract the green stuff. 

If he's just bought buffalo board from B&Q there won't be much of the green stuff left ...

[WotEver]

Just now, TheBiscuits said:

If he's just bought buffalo board from B&Q there won't be much of the green stuff left ...

In this modern world of coinage and plastic notes that comment wouldn’t make much sense to today’s kids

[Dharl]

We use blacking on the edges of our boards tomaintain watertightness