Grae
Veteran Member
- Joined
- Feb 3, 2015
- Messages
- 99
- Location
- New Zealand
- Vessel Name
- Nordic Blue
- Vessel Make
- Nimbus 380 Commander
Having absorbed much of the "anti-teak" sentiment expressed here I have a question. While comparing raised pilothouse trawlers in the 37-42 foot range circa 2000 vintage we have developed a liking for the Krogen 39 pilothouse. We may consider older and longer boats for similar money to the 34-37 tugs.
About the only negative I can see is the teak decking (albeit sheltered) on the side decks and cockpit.
Three questions:
1) Is this likely to prove a structural problem?
2) Are the decks balsa cored?
3) Would there be a problem with a non-wooden core?
I understand the maintenance (both deck and other exterior teak) issues but do like the look and feel of the teak. Any boats have bonded, not screwed, teak decks? If so is this satisfactory?
Thanks for any help,
Grae.
About the only negative I can see is the teak decking (albeit sheltered) on the side decks and cockpit.
Three questions:
1) Is this likely to prove a structural problem?
2) Are the decks balsa cored?
3) Would there be a problem with a non-wooden core?
I understand the maintenance (both deck and other exterior teak) issues but do like the look and feel of the teak. Any boats have bonded, not screwed, teak decks? If so is this satisfactory?
Thanks for any help,
Grae.