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<blockquote data-quote="LDUBS" data-source="post: 509086" data-attributes="member: 21536">Those are nice boats.&nbsp; I would also lean towards renovation.&nbsp; Is the existing floor 3/4?&nbsp; I think 1/2 is commonly used.&nbsp; I also think AB marine ply would be a terrific choice.&nbsp; My opinion is the difference between it and AA grade are not important for your use.&nbsp;&nbsp; Unless you go with one of the exotic materials like coosa board it is a superior choice for your project.&nbsp; However, some question if it is needed.&nbsp; It is often pointed out on these forums that both marine and exterior grade ply use waterproof glue.&nbsp; The main difference is marine grade does not have voids.&nbsp; And of course, exterior grade is going to cost a lot less.&nbsp;&nbsp; Whatever you use, I would suggest sealing it well, including the edges.&nbsp; I enjoy marine vinyl in my boat.&nbsp; &nbsp; So far I find it very easy to clean and durable.&nbsp; I think installation is best if the vinyl is wrapped around the ply edges and stapled from underneath.&nbsp; So, you would have to design your floor panels accordingly.&nbsp;&nbsp; BTW, that does have the added benefit of protecting the ply edges.&nbsp;&nbsp; Welcome to TinBoats.&nbsp; I hope you circle back with some picks of your boat and the updates you plan.</blockquote>

[QUOTE="LDUBS, post: 509086, member: 21536"] Those are nice boats. I would also lean towards renovation. Is the existing floor 3/4? I think 1/2 is commonly used. I also think AB marine ply would be a terrific choice. My opinion is the difference between it and AA grade are not important for your use. Unless you go with one of the exotic materials like coosa board it is a superior choice for your project. However, some question if it is needed. It is often pointed out on these forums that both marine and exterior grade ply use waterproof glue. The main difference is marine grade does not have voids. And of course, exterior grade is going to cost a lot less. Whatever you use, I would suggest sealing it well, including the edges. I enjoy marine vinyl in my boat. So far I find it very easy to clean and durable. I think installation is best if the vinyl is wrapped around the ply edges and stapled from underneath. So, you would have to design your floor panels accordingly. BTW, that does have the added benefit of protecting the ply edges. Welcome to TinBoats. I hope you circle back with some picks of your boat and the updates you plan. [/QUOTE]

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