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What do you guys think of this product? NuTeak
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 7:40 pm
by Torcan
I saw this at the boat show here in Toronto, and was impressed with the look.
Has anyone any experience with this product?
I haven't spoken to anyone that installed it, but am open to comments.
I am thinking seriously about doing my boat exactly the same as pictured
http://www.nuteak.com/Frames_Pages/NuTeakGallery.htm
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:01 pm
by ready123
I'm old school... I like the real thing rather than artificial looking replacements.
If you like it then that is all that matters.... it should last based on it's construction.
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:06 pm
by alexander38
The biggest ?itch I've heard is it gets real hot in the sun. And screw heads show after awhile.
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:11 pm
by Torcan
ready123 wrote:I'm old school... I like the real thing rather than artificial looking replacements.
If you like it then that is all that matters.... it should last based on it's construction.
I agree..I would love the real thing..imagine real teak decking.. but costs would be more than the boat is worth
alexander38 wrote:The biggest ?itch I've heard is it gets real hot in the sun. And screw heads show after awhile.
It's not screwed down, it is glued down directly to the deck.
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:26 pm
by alexander38
I mean screw holes or other things you cover bleed through, I knew it was glued. Have you gotten a bid yet ?
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 8:47 pm
by Torcan
alexander38 wrote:I mean screw holes or other things you cover bleed through, I knew it was glued. Have you gotten a bid yet ?
oops
my bad..I misunderstood your comment.
Just a rough estimate, they will come to the dock, take measurements, make templates and install for around $2000
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 9:41 pm
by captainmaniac
Similarly, there is also PlasTeak
http://www.plasteak.com/osc/
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 9:46 pm
by guglielmo6160
they will do all that for 2K on your f 25?? that sounds like a deal, where are you located, and are they a franchise?
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 10:04 pm
by Captain Blast Off
Nuteak...?
I've got old teak...
Posted: Mon Mar 07, 2011 10:17 pm
by Big D
I don`t have any personal experience with it but have also heard it gets really, really hot in the sun. I have also heard that it stains easily. Simply stuff like suntan lotion is apparently enough to make the surface blotchy after a while. I would ask the manufacturer about the its`ability to resist stains. Maybe they`ve improved the material or have come up with a coating to prevent staining. I would also find out if the product can be refinished 5 or 10 years down the road; maybe a light sanding or chemical wash.
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 6:27 am
by ready123
Have you seen this carpet material...... it will not have the hot floor disadvantage of Nu/Plas teak which will be very noticeable in Jul/Aug.....
http://www.teakcarpet.com/index.html
I still like the real$ thing
http://www.teakdeckcompany.com/index.htm
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 6:35 am
by foofer b
Captain Blast Off wrote:Nuteak...?
I've got old teak...
Actually That's "Olteak"! And man is it pretty
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 6:38 am
by foofer b
Will the nuteak flex with your decks without cracking or coming loose? How much weight will it add to the boat? Is it (easily) removed, should there be problems down the road. And how will you get the adhesive off the deck?
I would ask a lot of questions. Also see if they have any references- people who have used it-that you could talk to.
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 7:25 am
by JGedridge
Its nice. My parents have it on their Sea Ray for the extended swimplatform and it looks IMPRESSIVE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
HOWEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Its gets EXTREMELY HOT. so make sure to wear shoes or constantly spray the deck down.
Its expensive too. But if I had a Sea Ray, I would do it in a heartbeat.
Joe
Posted: Tue Mar 08, 2011 9:03 am
by rossjo
Beware of PlasTeak. I ordered some PlasTeak Lumber (2 x 3/4 I believe) and the shipped it ROLLED up. I had a hell of a time trying to get it flat again so I could work with it. When I called, the people there (including the owner) were rude and not helpful (or even considerate).