Clean and Polish Non-skid Deck

[davidc]

I have a 1968 13-footer with the blue non-skid interior. [Give me] any suggestions on how to clean it well and maybe polish it. Thanks—David

[macfam]

I'm trying thw method [described on the website whose link appears below] as soon as weather permits:
http://shurhold.com/article/marine/detailing-cleaning/how-to-wax-and-protect-non-skid-decks/

[Barnacle]

For removing stains before polishing -

http://www.westmarine.com/buy/marikate-shipshape--on-off-hull-bottom-cleaner--P004_129_002_512

[Dutchman]

Last year, I used with great success Sure Step; it shines, stays non-skid, and easily washes off dirt.

[JRP]

Last year, I used with great success Sure Step; it shines, stays non-skid, and easily washes off dirt.

Prior to applying the "Sure Step" product, did you follow the two-step cleaning process which the manufacturer indicates is necessary, using their recommended products? Thanks.

[Phil T]

I can not stand that prat from Ship Shape. I would never try anything recommended by him.

I have had success with fiberglass medium cut compound (3m or Meguiers) and a bristle brush head on a buffer or drill and then Woody Wax. I covered the entire floor with Dri-Dek after it was cleaned and it never got dirty again.

[macfam]

PhilT,
You crack me up!!
The prat from Ship shape is obnoxious for sure.
Having said that, the video is from Shur-hold. Everything I've used from Shur-hold, I've really liked. Their cleaning hardware is great, and Buff Magic is admirable.That's why I'm going to give their non-skid cleaning/polishing method a shot.
I'll let you know how I make out.

[Dutchman]

Prior to applying the "Sure Step" product, did you follow the two-step cleaning process which the manufacturer indicates is necessary, using their recommended products? Thanks.

JRP Yes you are right I did and yes I didn't have to buy the cleaning products as I already had them from working on previous old fiberglass boats. That said I bet using Dawn dish-washing detergent to get wax, dirt, and grease off would work as good for prepping the deck.