Lino Cabin Sole?

[CaptainBob]

Thinking of trying lino for the cabin sole. There's some _ok_ looking wood effect stuff that colour matches nicely.

But I'm concerned it might be slippery when wet?

And what's a good glue to use onto the glossy gelcoat down at the moment? Something that holds lino well, but which will allow me to peel it off in the future when/if I decide to change it for something else?

TY

 

[Poignard]

Seems a good idea. RN ships used to have something called Corticene(?) in cabins and messdecks etc. It worked well.

 

[andsarkit]

Some of the better vinyls will have a non slip rating (http://www.floorslip.co.uk/floor-slip-ratings.html). If it has a textured surface it is probably OK.
Evo stik or similar contact adhesive should work and can usually be removed without damaging the gelcoat.

 

[Graham376]

If it's fairly thick and well fitted, there shouldn't be any need to glue it. If you need to cut some some sections to be able to lift up inspection hatches, double sided carpet s/a tape should work.

 

[Kukri]

Very traditional; been used for at least the last hundred years. There's a mention in Maurice Griffiths' "The Magic of the Swatchways"

 

[Quandary]

Real linoleum as made by Forbro Nairn with linseed oil etc has fairly good slip resistance, we used to specify it for schools, community centre lobbies, etc, but it is usually solid colour, quite thick, stiff and expensive, you make the pattern by cutting other colours into the sheet. Non slip versions have an abrasive powder in the filler, Something with an imitation wood appearance like in your grannys hallway is less likely to be Lino, though for decades shops have been selling cheap flooring of that type as 'lino' and it will be more likely to become slippery. It may be embossed vinyl sheet like Amtico and the embossed pattern will help grip, if the pattern is just printed not so much. Get an offcut sample wet it and test it, preferably at a pitch of around 30 degrees. Many years ago we used to have vinyl coated cork tiles in our bathroom, they had faily good slip and water resistance and a warm feel and appearance.

 

[Graham_Wright]

Seems a good idea. RN ships used to have something called Corticene(?) in cabins and messdecks etc. It worked well.

http://www.hmshood.com/hoodtoday/models/tips/hoodpaint.htm

Interesting to see that Semtex is offered as an alternative.:nonchalance:

 

[Poignard]

http://www.hmshood.com/hoodtoday/models/tips/hoodpaint.htm

Interesting to see that Semtex is offered as an alternative.:nonchalance:

Thanks for that. It was good stuff. I have just googled Corticene to see if it's still available but I won't search for Semtex in case it attracts the attentions of MI5!

 

[michael_w]

I've seen stud rubber tiles used with good effect. Good non-slip, comfy for bare feet, and a wide colour choice. Quite expensive though.

 

[PCUK]

Click on "vinyl boat decking" on Ebay and you will see some very nice interior floor coverings at sensible prices.

 

[V1701]

I've been looking at the self-adhesive EVA foam "marine flooring" on ebay for a while to use on cabin sole & cockpit seats. Somebody in the "What did/didn't work this season" thread spoke highly of it being up to the job (i.e. fairly tough & with good enough adhesive) so I'm going to try some. Might be worth a look...

 

[V1701]

Click on "vinyl boat decking" on Ebay and you will see some very nice interior floor coverings at sensible prices.

You beat me to it...

 

[pcatterall]

Did our sole boards 2 years ago. Found wood effect with narrow boards and black 'caulking'. looks good and not slippy. Tacked it down with carpet spray stuff and its still in place.

 

[chrishscorp]

If you get some good quality double sided tape that will be enough to hold down lino to the sole, it has held my carpet in place for the last 3 years. I really wouldnt bother with glue no need.