I know this is way beyond the original video date....I'm playing past video catch-up. But you're a great Dad dude....way to showcase your daughter's craft skills!! The boat works pretty awesome too!
That's really cool. I usually premix griptex in my gel coat, it's more consistent but does lead to waste. I'm definitely going to try this stuff out. Thanks
I know I'm a bit late seeing this but really how cool is this yeah the antislip is good but I mean the wrist warmer just brilliant, I love how she had seen there was a problem and had a solution, and not the easy one of just pull your sleeves down make you some, just brilliant I love it
Once again, a fantastic video!! Curious if you have any thoughts or experience with Kiwi Grip. Water based, one part product that looks pretty easy to use. Look forward to your next video!
dwight carson If you would like to get a 10% discount on this material, order through their website and enter the promo code ‘BWT10%’ in the comment section! After the order has processed, the discount will be applied and show as a CREDIT on your statement :-)
Great videos, for the Awlgrip and other paints you use how do you color match? I saw your series on coloring gelcoat, but I'm guessing the tints are different?
Hi just watched another awesome video ! Wondered if you still like the soft sand rubber and using the Alexseal paint? Do we have to worry about temperatures when applying this outside on our decks ie dew? Could we tarp it at night to avoid standing moisture or do it when it’s warmer weather? When you were describing using the flattening agent and missed spots and uneven non skid particles I thought you were on our boat!! We have to sand it down as it gets dirty and so hard to clean and doesn’t look as good as when we first did it! We like the even look of the soft sand. Also going to redo our windows and do you still like the vhb tape with 795 Dow sealant for your window installations?? Thanks for all you do for making the boats beautiful again!
andy...love your videos.... question...getting ready to use the soft sand non skid on a hatch on my boat before I do the whole boat..... If I use enough hardneing catalyst per gel coat...do i have to use pva when i am rolling out a large amount to non skid? Plus if it a two coat process , how can the thin line tape cut through the gel coat after it hardens?////or do I pull the finish tape prior to complete hardening? Thanks Bob K
Hi Andy, great vid. I need to redo the non-skid on the decks of my Aloha 32 as the current surface, while in good shape, is rather slippery (i.e., not a very aggressive non-skid). If my fiberglass deck gelcote is already textured for nonskid by the manufacturer (i.e., molded in), do I have to completely grind away all the non-skid to achieve a perfectly smooth surface, or can I apply it directly over the thoroughly cleaned surface?
This looks like a great way to get non-skid. Can you scrub this? I'm rebuilding a small center console and want some kind of non-slip. But I get fish blood, chum, stepped on bait and general dirt all over the deck. So, I have to scrub it down every time I come in. Will this hold up?
Hi Bud, I wanted your advise, I have gelcoat on my moody 336 sailboat, it hasn't been taken care of and it is full of small cracks from ageing in the sun, 25 years old and I don't think it has EVER been waxed. Just for the deck would you recommend trying to fill in all of these cracks (hairline, millions of them) or just paint over the gelcoat? if so what process should I follow for painting over the gelcoat?
Sounds great. What's it like to walk on? There are many non skid surfaces that are not good when wet. I need to cover about 50 sq feet. How much product do I need?
Hey Andy. I love the videos! How has the soft sand/awlgrip lasted over the years? Thinking about redoing the nonskid on my sailboat. In the past, sand or griptex was used by a previous owner and has failed. It is a real safety issue. Would the soft sand be your first choice over griptex?
I just painted my Tayana -37 deck with Awlgrip and feel that it is to slick . I would like to add some non-skid to it like softsand . The question is the Tayana has a diamond pattern nonskid deck . Would the softsand fill up the diamond pattern . If I am worried about that should I use the fine size ?
The Soft Sand is intriguing, however, I am concerned about long term durability. It seems that the "give" in the rubber particles could cause the Awlgrip topcoat to crack or delaminate? Just wondering what your thoughts are and if you have any feedback on durability yet?I am leaning towards the conventional system of Awlgrip and Griptex because I want something that will last 10-15 years on my 28' Intrepid center console. Your work and your videos are superb, keep up the good work!
Very nice alternative!I have been torn over the years with my restoration. Always hated the idea of a silica in the event it had to be torn off. Plays havok on sandpaper stripping methods. (using sandpaper to remove sandpaper) I've also heard of salt and sugar, both of which are applied to topcoat that has kicked, then washed off to reveal a texture. Wasn't too convinced of those methods either. So, with the soft sand, what does it feel like? Sharp and cutting like a silica? Or more like rubber mat embedded in the deck?
erynthegrey The more i'm working with it, the more I'm really liking this stuff. Even though it's rubber and has a forgiving feel, but it's not spongy. I'd consider it a medium / hard density rubber; by the time it's topcoated with a couple applications of paint it becomes solid without the hard sharp edges typically associated with a silica based grit. I guess best way to describe it would be to say that it has an aggressive appearance without an overly aggressive feel ;-) Give it a try on some sample pieces, I think you'll really like it! Make sure to check out the writeup on my website for more details!
Thanks for this info. I’m gonna use 2 grits on my Carolina skiff rebuild. Looks like a great product. Love the idea and the workflow part does meran a lot ! Thanks again guys. Great question
Just about to make a donation when I get back home to my p.c, Will I be able to send you a few pictures by e-mail for some much needed advice? I have to say it was your videos that gave me the gonads to build an all fiberglass pilothouse for my 23 foot boat but due to the size and my capabilities I had to make it from several molds and before I start gassing them together I want to run it by you. Thanks again for this video as it covers the non skid roof problem that will be the footing for my Half Tuna Tower...
Geat video! What is the exact brand of AWL GRIP that you are using in your videos to do the non skid? Is it a topside paint or is it a gel coat? What would you recommend for doing the deck of a contender fishing boat? Ive been tossing the idea around for a while and want to re-do the deck non skid because it is just getting to worn out and slippery? Thanks for your help love the videos!
+Tclaw49 Awlgrip only makes paints (no gelcoats). They have 2 lines of paint; traditional Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000. In this video I used Awlgrip, but for your project another product that may work better for it's application would be Kiwi Grip. Hope this helps!
Awesome thanks for the reply! I actually ordered some kiwigrip today hoping to get the results I have seen in all of its reviews! It seems to be pretty easy to work with...Thanks again!
+Marnie Mason I'm trying to remember; I was doing two boats at the same time :-/ I'd say if you do a good job at scooping up the excess and re-use it, 3 gallons of material should be enough.. Hope this helps!
I've used this on a number of projects now over the years (this comment is in 2019) and I've had ZERO issues with the SoftSand particles and every owner is still extremely happy with how it's performing and holding up!
looking some guidance on removing a large amount of non-skin so that I can go back with a even painted on non-skid. I wanted to know if you could use a standard electric planner or some type of sanding. The area is large and need to be even at the end of the day.
could you spray over the top now ?? ie say you wanted to chang the colour ...would it be ok to use say a blue awlgrip paint straight over wat you just did ??
Two questions: We own / race our sailboat. Moving in and out of the cockpit underway has led to a few slips so I remembered your video and we are getting ready to use this product on our boat. Do you see any issues with putting in on areas used for seats? Is it too aggressive for the seats which also are our step in and out of the cockpit? Thanks for information and great videos!
+duane krohn Hi Duane! As far as traction the soft sand is very good. I think you'll really notice a difference ! As far as using it on the seats; I guess there are two things that come to mind... 1) What's more important, comfort or safety? 2) on a race boat, I didn't think anyone was sitting ;-) Crew are either grinders or rail meat, right :-O? Just kidding, I think you'll like it!
Have you ever tried pumice? It’s cheap and works well. Hard to sand off if you had to, but I use One Shot sign paint oil paint and when the non-skid needs repainting, the shine has left the paint, so I just sand it with 120 to take off some paint and put two more coats of paint on. No additional non-skid is needed. I’ve repainted the deck three times in 25 years? I’m most concerned with how difficult it is to repaint because a beautiful paint job, no matter what paint used, won’t last as long as you’d like. I think that maybe the two part paint is easier to apply because it doesn’t dry quickly and you can paint more slowly, while oil has to be done quickly and to get a good job, you need some practice. Do you have any thoughts on that? My only two part experience was with Imron, about 45 years ago. Drop something on the deck and the paint popped off. It was extremely difficult to sand. How is the two part paint we have today to sand? There are two drawbacks to my oil paint-the shine doesn’t last long (though the color retention of One Shot is excellent) and in FL, where I live, the heat and humidity causes mildew with the oil paint because of the linseed oil in the paint and of the Penetrol added to it to aid in brushing.
Hey man. Love your vids. the previous owner applied similair but its way to sharp with real sand. liek 10 grit sandpaper. My knuckles cant handle it anymore so im looking to soften it or remove it. Any tips/tricks?
But how does one remove the old non skid? I have mystery grey non skid over god awful Robin's egg blue nonskid which shines through after scrubbing and I want both gone to use white
Khepramancer I'd take a look over the soft sand website, they have coatings / grips that are specifically for commercial use.. Might be a good option for you!
Do you have to wait 24h before vacuuming excess? or just couple hours? If you dony have to wait 24h before vacuuming, do you apply second coat to seal immediately?
Wondering if anyone has ever had to sand off a rubber grit non-skid like this. If the sander heats that rubber up to melting point it seems like it could make a real mess. I am about to apply Total Boat's version of this, Total Tread. But I am worried about what will have happpen if I ever need to sand it.
+Paul Harrison Honestly I'm not sure. Here's their website, shoot them an email and maybe they can point you in a good direction :-) www.softsandrubber.com/ Good luck!
I'm not understanding whats going on . Is Awlgrip nonskid and soft sand rubber too different things ? Are you applying awlgrip like whats in the title ? Can you give me a link video that explains what Awlgrip is ? I have a old 1978 ranger boat and it has faded metal flake paint on the inside side walls . How would you apply the rubber sand on vertical walls ? Watch this video ruclips.net/video/H7CKqKnOAXQ/видео.html I don't know what paint he mixed with the soft sand but it seems like water gets around the rubber and causes mold and you have to bleach it to get it clean . Is this something that happens to all soft sand applications or do different paints you mix with it make a difference . What do you think he did wrong that would cause it to mold ? I don't know anything that bonds to rubber chemically so how does any type of paint keep water from getting around the rubber and keep it from mold ?
I know this is way beyond the original video date....I'm playing past video catch-up.
But you're a great Dad dude....way to showcase your daughter's craft skills!!
The boat works pretty awesome too!
That's really cool. I usually premix griptex in my gel coat, it's more consistent but does lead to waste. I'm definitely going to try this stuff out. Thanks
I know I'm a bit late seeing this but really how cool is this yeah the antislip is good but I mean the wrist warmer just brilliant, I love how she had seen there was a problem and had a solution, and not the easy one of just pull your sleeves down make you some, just brilliant I love it
You do really nice work. Really clean, really professional
Another great video. Keep up the good work.
thanks for the comparison, keep on making these helpful videos! Thanks
ok.. been watching ur vids for a while. but had to say i love ur wrist warmers
She still makes me put them on when she comes down to the shop :-)
Oh, that's so sweet and the colors are terrific. Wear them with pride.
We redid our topside nonskid with a product called Tuff Coat and it turned out awesome.
Love the wrist warmers!
Your daughter's gift was so sweet! Instead of a sleeveless sweater, you have sweater less sleeves!
like your channel you now have a new subscriber i just bought a 1983 grady white overnighter im sure its going to need some attention eventually.
Gotta luv those wrist warmers!! Too great!
Once again, a fantastic video!! Curious if you have any thoughts or experience with Kiwi Grip. Water based, one part product that looks pretty easy to use. Look forward to your next video!
Thanks for the review. The top decks are being painted now on the Egg Harbor repairs so I am going to check this out!
dwight carson If you would like to get a 10% discount on this material, order through their website and
enter the promo code ‘BWT10%’ in the comment section! After the order has processed, the discount will be applied and show as a CREDIT on your statement :-)
Great videos, for the Awlgrip and other paints you use how do you color match? I saw your series on coloring gelcoat, but I'm guessing the tints are different?
Hi just watched another awesome video ! Wondered if you still like the soft sand rubber and using the Alexseal paint? Do we have to worry about temperatures when applying this outside on our decks ie dew? Could we tarp it at night to avoid standing moisture or do it when it’s warmer weather? When you were describing using the flattening agent and missed spots and uneven non skid particles I thought you were on our boat!! We have to sand it down as it gets dirty and so hard to clean and doesn’t look as good as when we first did it! We like the even look of the soft sand. Also going to redo our windows and do you still like the vhb tape with 795 Dow sealant for your window installations?? Thanks for all you do for making the boats beautiful again!
Awesome videos. Quick question can I apply the sealing coat with spray?
andy...love your videos....
question...getting ready to use the soft sand non skid on a hatch on my boat before I do the whole boat..... If I use enough hardneing catalyst per gel coat...do i have to use pva when i am rolling out a large amount to non skid? Plus if it a two coat process , how can the thin line tape cut through the gel coat after it hardens?////or do I pull the finish tape prior to complete hardening?
Thanks
Bob K
Love the wrist warmers
Well done, informative video.thank you Andy......the wrist warmers rock!!! is soft sand an Ebeneezer Scrooge company?
Hi Andy, great vid. I need to redo the non-skid on the decks of my Aloha 32 as the current surface, while in good shape, is rather slippery (i.e., not a very aggressive non-skid). If my fiberglass deck gelcote is already textured for nonskid by the manufacturer (i.e., molded in), do I have to completely grind away all the non-skid to achieve a perfectly smooth surface, or can I apply it directly over the thoroughly cleaned surface?
This looks like a great way to get non-skid. Can you scrub this? I'm rebuilding a small center console and want some kind of non-slip. But I get fish blood, chum, stepped on bait and general dirt all over the deck. So, I have to scrub it down every time I come in. Will this hold up?
I love it. Please continue to use the wrist warmers :-)
Hi Bud, I wanted your advise, I have gelcoat on my moody 336 sailboat, it hasn't been taken care of and it is full of small cracks from ageing in the sun, 25 years old and I don't think it has EVER been waxed. Just for the deck would you recommend trying to fill in all of these cracks (hairline, millions of them) or just paint over the gelcoat? if so what process should I follow for painting over the gelcoat?
Sounds great. What's it like to walk on? There are many non skid surfaces that are not good when wet. I need to cover about 50 sq feet. How much product do I need?
Maybe I have overlooked it. But how do you apply paint to a non-skid gelcoat surface?
Hey Andy. I love the videos! How has the soft sand/awlgrip lasted over the years? Thinking about redoing the nonskid on my sailboat. In the past, sand or griptex was used by a previous owner and has failed. It is a real safety issue. Would the soft sand be your first choice over griptex?
I’m interested in the long term results also.
Look up raptor u pol. Superior and cheaper.
Good Man. Cherish those wrist warmers and display them proudly !!!
I just painted my Tayana -37 deck with Awlgrip and feel that it is to slick . I would like to add some non-skid to it like softsand . The question is the Tayana has a diamond pattern nonskid deck . Would the softsand fill up the diamond pattern . If I am worried about that should I use the fine size ?
The Soft Sand is intriguing, however, I am concerned about long term durability. It seems that the "give" in the rubber particles could cause the Awlgrip topcoat to crack or delaminate? Just wondering what your thoughts are and if you have any feedback on durability yet?I am leaning towards the conventional system of Awlgrip and Griptex because I want something that will last 10-15 years on my 28' Intrepid center console. Your work and your videos are superb, keep up the good work!
+Marshall Brodie It's holding up great! No issues at all :-)
what rollers do you recommend to use that do not disentegrate with paint?
Very nice alternative!I have been torn over the years with my restoration. Always hated the idea of a silica in the event it had to be torn off. Plays havok on sandpaper stripping methods. (using sandpaper to remove sandpaper) I've also heard of salt and sugar, both of which are applied to topcoat that has kicked, then washed off to reveal a texture. Wasn't too convinced of those methods either. So, with the soft sand, what does it feel like? Sharp and cutting like a silica? Or more like rubber mat embedded in the deck?
erynthegrey The more i'm working with it, the more I'm really liking this stuff. Even though it's rubber and has a forgiving feel, but it's not spongy. I'd consider it a medium / hard density rubber; by the time it's topcoated with a couple applications of paint it becomes solid without the hard sharp edges typically associated with a silica based grit. I guess best way to describe it would be to say that it has an aggressive appearance without an overly aggressive feel ;-) Give it a try on some sample pieces, I think you'll really like it! Make sure to check out the writeup on my website for more details!
Thanks for this info. I’m gonna use 2 grits on my Carolina skiff rebuild. Looks like a great product. Love the idea and the workflow part does meran a lot ! Thanks again guys. Great question
Just about to make a donation when I get back home to my p.c, Will I be able to send you a few pictures by e-mail for some much needed advice?
I have to say it was your videos that gave me the gonads to build an all fiberglass pilothouse for my 23 foot boat but due to the size and my capabilities I had to make it from several molds and before I start gassing them together I want to run it by you.
Thanks again for this video as it covers the non skid roof problem that will be the footing for my Half Tuna Tower...
4130gotmud Hi :-) I will follow up with you by email; you'll then be able to reply with pics and we can go from there! Thank you!
Geat video! What is the exact brand of AWL GRIP that you are using in your videos to do the non skid? Is it a topside paint or is it a gel coat? What would you recommend for doing the deck of a contender fishing boat? Ive been tossing the idea around for a while and want to re-do the deck non skid because it is just getting to worn out and slippery? Thanks for your help love the videos!
+Tclaw49 Awlgrip only makes paints (no gelcoats). They have 2 lines of paint; traditional Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000. In this video I used Awlgrip, but for your project another product that may work better for it's application would be Kiwi Grip. Hope this helps!
Awesome thanks for the reply! I actually ordered some kiwigrip today hoping to get the results I have seen in all of its reviews! It seems to be pretty easy to work with...Thanks again!
If I was doing the floor of my skiff I would probably just do half at a time? The interlux epoxy I’m using dries quickly!
thats sweet what your daughter done for you
After a gel coat is added over soft sand, how “soft” is it? Would it be too hard or abrasive on the feet?
Great video, how much material did you use or what would be your questiment as to how much for a 30 foot sailboats deck?
+Marnie Mason I'm trying to remember; I was doing two boats at the same time :-/ I'd say if you do a good job at scooping up the excess and re-use it, 3 gallons of material should be enough.. Hope this helps!
10 years ago we put a mix of play sand and rustoleum paint as a nonskid on the decks of a work boat. It's still there today
Git ER done lol
It's been a year or more since the video was done, have you heard any negative comments from the owner on the rubber nonskid??
I've used this on a number of projects now over the years (this comment is in 2019) and I've had ZERO issues with the SoftSand particles and every owner is still extremely happy with how it's performing and holding up!
A cap might be coming next Andy!
Hilarious!!!! I love the wrist warmers!!!!!😂😂😂
Hi. regarding Nonskids -awlgrip and soft sand- witch has more grip??? that's the issue here. can you tellwhat is your impression?
Great review. Enjoy the wrist warmers. :) You have a great daughter. Mine just turned 5 as well. Cheers. Keep up the strong work.
Hello , do you think I can use Softsand on a boat pained with Acrylic paint? Would be happy to get your reply
looking some guidance on removing a large amount of non-skin so that I can go back with a even painted on non-skid. I wanted to know if you could use a standard electric planner or some type of sanding. The area is large and need to be even at the end of the day.
I am doing that right now, between chipping away and sanding the crap out of it!!!
will this work on pool steps submerged under water?
What would be the process for aluminum deck boats of about 68 ft? What primer do we need?
Hello, which bottle you use to throw the sand is something specific?
could you spray over the top now ?? ie say you wanted to chang the colour ...would it be ok to use say a blue awlgrip paint straight over wat you just did ??
Two questions: We own / race our sailboat. Moving in and out of the cockpit underway has led to a few slips so I remembered your video and we are getting ready to use this product on our boat. Do you see any issues with putting in on areas used for seats? Is it too aggressive for the seats which also are our step in and out of the cockpit? Thanks for information and great videos!
+duane krohn Hi Duane! As far as traction the soft sand is very good. I think you'll really notice a difference ! As far as using it on the seats; I guess there are two things that come to mind... 1) What's more important, comfort or safety? 2) on a race boat, I didn't think anyone was sitting ;-) Crew are either grinders or rail meat, right :-O? Just kidding, I think you'll like it!
Thanks for the prompt reply. You are correct, safety is paramount.
+duane krohn Just be sure to seal the softsand with 2 coats of Awlgrip and you'll be good to go!
Have you ever tried pumice? It’s cheap and works well. Hard to sand off if you had to, but I use One Shot sign paint oil paint and when the non-skid needs repainting, the shine has left the paint, so I just sand it with 120 to take off some paint and put two more coats of paint on. No additional non-skid is needed. I’ve repainted the deck three times in 25 years? I’m most concerned with how difficult it is to repaint because a beautiful paint job, no matter what paint used, won’t last as long as you’d like. I think that maybe the two part paint is easier to apply because it doesn’t dry quickly and you can paint more slowly, while oil has to be done quickly and to get a good job, you need some practice. Do you have any thoughts on that? My only two part experience was with Imron, about 45 years ago. Drop something on the deck and the paint popped off. It was extremely difficult to sand. How is the two part paint we have today to sand? There are two drawbacks to my oil paint-the shine doesn’t last long (though the color retention of One Shot is excellent) and in FL, where I live, the heat and humidity causes mildew with the oil paint because of the linseed oil in the paint and of the Penetrol added to it to aid in brushing.
Do you use any special tape or just regular old painters tape
Can I seal the soft sand with spray?
Hey man. Love your vids. the previous owner applied similair but its way to sharp with real sand. liek 10 grit sandpaper. My knuckles cant handle it anymore so im looking to soften it or remove it. Any tips/tricks?
About only thing I can think of is to sand it off and start over with a less aggressive product :-/
Do you think this could be used on a teak pool deck.
What kind of paint did you use in this video exactly?
But how does one remove the old non skid? I have mystery grey non skid over god awful Robin's egg blue nonskid which shines through after scrubbing and I want both gone to use white
Nice !!! I think I going to buy some of that !! Easy to clean up ... Sold !!! Lol
Which particles do you think would hold up better to commercial use (would get abuse), such as crabbing?
Khepramancer I'd take a look over the soft sand website, they have coatings / grips that are specifically for commercial use.. Might be a good option for you!
BoatworksToday Thanks for the suggestion ; )
Blessed with beautiful daughter
Nice
Do you have to wait 24h before vacuuming excess? or just couple hours? If you dony have to wait 24h before vacuuming, do you apply second coat to seal immediately?
The nonskid has to be cleaned up and coated within 24 hours. I typically let it sit overnight (12-14 hours) and it's good to go :-)
Awesome child!!!
Wondering if anyone has ever had to sand off a rubber grit non-skid like this. If the sander heats that rubber up to melting point it seems like it could make a real mess. I am about to apply Total Boat's version of this, Total Tread. But I am worried about what will have happpen if I ever need to sand it.
You'll go through more paper, but should still sand just fine :)
One hand sweetly an the outher dry
Shipping to Ireland is $115.09 for 1 pint. Is there a dealer in Europe?
+Paul Harrison Honestly I'm not sure. Here's their website, shoot them an email and maybe they can point you in a good direction :-) www.softsandrubber.com/ Good luck!
I have been polycoating with soft sand for years, it is far better then using any silica.
How’s the service life? Did soft sand last?
I'm not understanding whats going on . Is Awlgrip nonskid and soft sand rubber too different things ? Are you applying awlgrip like whats in the title ? Can you give me a link video that explains what Awlgrip is ? I have a old 1978 ranger boat and it has faded metal flake paint on the inside side walls . How would you apply the rubber sand on vertical walls ? Watch this video ruclips.net/video/H7CKqKnOAXQ/видео.html I don't know what paint he mixed with the soft sand but it seems like water gets around the rubber and causes mold and you have to bleach it to get it clean . Is this something that happens to all soft sand applications or do different paints you mix with it make a difference . What do you think he did wrong that would cause it to mold ? I don't know anything that bonds to rubber chemically so how does any type of paint keep water from getting around the rubber and keep it from mold ?
aquarium sand.
are you in the moive pulp fiction?
Wtf?😂
A ok ;). Sweet
Mother Earth doesn't need any more rubber or plastic in her oceans.
They reach out to you and they don't comp u