Just wanted to say thank you. I've been sitting on two foam rolls for about a year. I followed your guidance and I think it turned out pretty darn good.
I did a similar thing with my boat but have used sika flex (marine grade) on all the edges to prevent water getting in and lifting the foam. It also works well to tidy up edges where cuts haven’t been perfect.
Awesome idea, and it looks great! Getting ready to redo the flooring on my 16ft tracker this winter and going to seriously consider this. I'd love to see how it holds up through the fall season if you could post an update on Facebook!
Sure has ! There was one piece I had to glue down again after some dirt and sediment got under it . But i blame myself for not adhering that panel fully from the start . Other than that , the decking has held up wonderfully !
Great video. I wanted to ask about what appeared to be bumps or bubbles on the flooring. Were they on the deck of the boat, or were they bubbles during the application? Or maybe it was just the video. Has it held up well so far? Thanks again.
Those were where the glue was extra thick and not applied evenly . I had to take a kettle bell and roll it over those areas to flatten it out before glue set up. Otherwise yes it has held up very well! My only complaint is I can’t just spray the dirt out anymore . It requires a pressure wash or scrub with a brush .
It has held up great! I’m actually getting a new driftboat in a week or two and I have already ordered the EVA foam to do the new boats floor with! Love it and it gets lots of compliments from my customers 👌🏻
It held up very well ! In fact I liked it so much I installed the same product on my néw driftboat with huge front and rear casting decks ! As for cleaning , I’ve found that a pressure washer is the best method to clean the foam deck now . Regular garden hose will get the loose stuff . But any dirt and grime that gets stood on and rubbed into the foam , that requires either soap and a brush scrubbed out . Or simply pressurized water ! I can clean both decks in about 2 minutes with a pressure washer and no soap at all . Love it !
Can this foam be applied directly to fiberglass. After fiberglassing the floor I plan on putting this foam down and there would be no reason to fill the weave prime and paint if the foam is juts going to go on top of it
I have a aluminum boat I’m building . Just curious of how the product is holding up . Is it staying adhesived in the seams ect good? Thanks for the video.
Yes - the 3M adhesive won’t hold the EVA long term . Eventually I weather and dirt will cause that 3M to break down . The contact cement makes it more permanent.
So far so good! My only negative opinion is they it’s now harder to clean dirt and mud out the boat . Either have to pressure wash or scrub to get it like néw shiny again . Other than that I love it , lots of compliments from customers as well.
Held up great so far ! My only complaint is the boat had to be pressure washed or scrubbed to get it really clean as the dirt does stick to the foam more than the old glass bottom.
Just wanted to say thank you. I've been sitting on two foam rolls for about a year. I followed your guidance and I think it turned out pretty darn good.
Glad it worked for you
Thank you so much... could not find a video on this product to save my life.
Your welcome
the tape template was a great idea
I did a similar thing with my boat but have used sika flex (marine grade) on all the edges to prevent water getting in and lifting the foam. It also works well to tidy up edges where cuts haven’t been perfect.
Great idea
Looks great little tip for anyone doing those try to find A wallpaper roller works great
Great idea !
Still holding up? Looks good
Sure is!
Awesome idea, and it looks great! Getting ready to redo the flooring on my 16ft tracker this winter and going to seriously consider this. I'd love to see how it holds up through the fall season if you could post an update on Facebook!
Planning to do an update video in a few months 👍🏻
@@BlueRidgeMusky Got an update for us? Hows it holding up? Is the contact cement holding ?
My ocd going nuts over that front little piece that doesn’t line up lol. Other than that wicked job
You ever do an update? How did it hold up
Held up great ! I’ve put it in 2 other boats since this too
Great video! Beautiful man, good music, and great finish! Very helpful! Thank you!
Hi, year and a bit later, how is the cheap foam holding up? Has it stood the test of time?
Sure has ! There was one piece I had to glue down again after some dirt and sediment got under it . But i blame myself for not adhering that panel fully from the start . Other than that , the decking has held up wonderfully !
@@BlueRidgeMusky Thats promising! I am going to give it a go on the front of my Bertram 25. Save a lot of $$$. Thanks.
Great video. I wanted to ask about what appeared to be bumps or bubbles on the flooring. Were they on the deck of the boat, or were they bubbles during the application? Or maybe it was just the video. Has it held up well so far? Thanks again.
Those were where the glue was extra thick and not applied evenly . I had to take a kettle bell and roll it over those areas to flatten it out before glue set up.
Otherwise yes it has held up very well! My only complaint is I can’t just spray the dirt out anymore . It requires a pressure wash or scrub with a brush .
How is it a year later? Has it held up good?
Held up great !
Hey i see it’s been 7 months since you posted the video. What’s your opinion on it after 7 months.
It has held up great! I’m actually getting a new driftboat in a week or two and I have already ordered the EVA foam to do the new boats floor with! Love it and it gets lots of compliments from my customers 👌🏻
Can we get an update on the condition and how it held up?
How's it holding up?
And is it easy to clean?
It held up very well ! In fact I liked it so much I installed the same product on my néw driftboat with huge front and rear casting decks ! As for cleaning , I’ve found that a pressure washer is the best method to clean the foam deck now . Regular garden hose will get the loose stuff . But any dirt and grime that gets stood on and rubbed into the foam , that requires either soap and a brush scrubbed out . Or simply pressurized water ! I can clean both decks in about 2 minutes with a pressure washer and no soap at all . Love it !
Can this foam be applied directly to fiberglass. After fiberglassing the floor I plan on putting this foam down and there would be no reason to fill the weave prime and paint if the foam is juts going to go on top of it
Yes it sure can!
How has the flooring held up
Great!
Nice job Dude!
where did you buy your drift boat at?
Stealthcraft Boats in Michigan
@@BlueRidgeMusky thanks!
I have a aluminum boat I’m building . Just curious of how the product is holding up . Is it staying adhesived in the seams ect good? Thanks for the video.
Held up great ! The adhesive is still holding all of it down ! Was absolutely the best upgrade / mod I’ve done !
@@BlueRidgeMusky stoll feel the same way about it? I have a boat that could use this. What brand is it?
Was the contact cement necessary? I thought the padding g came w 3m adhesive?
Yes - the 3M adhesive won’t hold the EVA long term . Eventually I weather and dirt will cause that 3M to break down . The contact cement makes it more permanent.
How is the floor holding up for you so far? Starting to quote out different options to redo my boat myself.
So far so good! My only negative opinion is they it’s now harder to clean dirt and mud out the boat . Either have to pressure wash or scrub to get it like néw shiny again . Other than that I love it , lots of compliments from customers as well.
@@BlueRidgeMusky Awesome, good to hear. Good luck this season man!
Im try to book a trip?
Jeff send me a message on FB/IG or Call / Text my cell phone and we can talk about a trio for you 🤙🏻
How has this held up any rips in the foam?
Held up great so far ! My only complaint is the boat had to be pressure washed or scrubbed to get it really clean as the dirt does stick to the foam more than the old glass bottom.
Should got a template like cardboard
Made my own card board templates , if you didn’t watch the whole Video
Can’t wait to slime that shit up!
Hill billy boat and a hill billy job 👍🏻😂