Oversized swim platform? how big can I go?

[Big D]

Paul, how long ago did you install the platform? Any breaks or cracks going right through?

[K4282]

Paul thats exactly the style im looking for, where did you get the materials?

[Big D]

There are a few places in Ontario that sell it. It should also be available in your area. Here is their website; http://www.kingplastic.com/products/all ... starboard/

You can find a distributor here: http://www.kingplastic.com/products/whe ... stributor/

King Starboard is one brand, there are others.

[DOUGNASH]

Any breaks or cracks going right through?[/quote]

I have some 1/2" starboard which is really solid and strong

I would think it would take a hit from a sledgehammer to crack or damage a piece that is 1" thick

It is a very DENSE material, you always have to pre-drill holes before attempting to put screws into it.

[Paul - SW Ontario]

Awesome swim platform!!

I love the SS storage bins

What is the round mounting plate on port side? does that hold post for bbq or chair?

Are all your supports thru-bolted?

is it a full 48" deep or did you cut the sheet back some?

Hi Doug, Thanks....the round plate is for the BBQ pole.
All supports are thru bolted with 1/4" steel oversized plates inside the transom.
It measures 42" from Transom to aft edge its entire width.

[Paul - SW Ontario]

Paul, how long ago did you install the platform? Any breaks or cracks going right through?

Hi Big D....its been installed for two full seasons now.

As good as the day I installed it.

No stress cracks or damage of any kind.

Believe it gets its use...alot of it.

Paul

[Paul - SW Ontario]

Paul thats exactly the style im looking for, where did you get the materials?

I bought the sheets from a local wholesale distributor of warehoused plastics.
I'm in the sign business....easy to get.

Paul

[Paul - SW Ontario]

Any breaks or cracks going right through?

Hi Doug....its is very very dense. It will scratch to a degree, but has to be with something aggressive.

Yes you have to pre-drill all holes before you screw into it.

Can cut it with a skill saw and jig saw...even a good hand saw.

Paul

[lawyerdave71]

Im putting a teak platform on that I found in a barn for $100 bucks.

I have seen some platforms out of that starboard stuff which looks nice and another option to consider.

[Big D]

Paul, the reason for my questions is every platform I've seen of one piece starboard construction has had a break in it due to movement, or a chunk missing from what I would assume is due to hitting the dock when pulling into the slip. Those made of slats, no problem. Movement/flexing doesn't seem to bother those as much, and they take an impact better than a solid sheet by deminishing the load of an impact to the next slat. Starboard is dense but it does have it's limits. It does not take an impact the same way glass does. Glass will crush, and the area can be repaired. If a chunk of starboard is broken off chances are the platform is being replaced or at least modified but unlikely to be repaired. I would have expected a break leading away from one of the corners at your hatches towards the transom where there is less material. The fact that this is not the case is encouraging, and indicates that you did a good job to ensure there is no movement, and that you're good at docking Well done.

[Paul - SW Ontario]

Paul, the reason for my questions is every platform I've seen of one piece starboard construction has had a break in it due to movement, or a chunk missing from what I would assume is due to hitting the dock when pulling into the slip. Those made of slats, no problem. Movement/flexing doesn't seem to bother those as much, and they take an impact better than a solid sheet by deminishing the load of an impact to the next slat. Starboard is dense but it does have it's limits. It does not take an impact the same way glass does. Glass will crush, and the area can be repaired. If a chunk of starboard is broken off chances are the platform is being replaced or at least modified but unlikely to be repaired. I would have expected a break leading away from one of the corners at your hatches towards the transom where there is less material. The fact that this is not the case is encouraging, and indicates that you did a good job to ensure there is no movement, and that you're good at docking Well done.

Thanks Big D...

[K4282]

so i did it a few months ago, ordered a 9 1/2 by 2 1/2 Composite plastic platform, looks great, very happy I have better pictures but not on any webhosted sights

[Stripermann2]

Looks good! Where did you end up getting and cost if you don't mind...

[K4282]

platform was about 1356, plus 5 brackets $350 and a 4 step folding ladder $245 and shipping $115 totalling $2067
costly but nice and no maintenence, the underwater lights list at $300 a piece, i have three, i didnt pay that

[prowlersfish]

Nice job looks great