Vinyl not decktread - will it stick?

[BobnLesley]

Whilst we're slowly removing the decktread (blooming awful job!) and replacing it with non-slip deck paint, there's a section that runs between the bow-roller and windlass that actually does some good in stopping the chain from wearing a groove in the deck; sadly that's about worn through.

All I'm looking to lay is a strip about 6" x 24" and the question is: Rather than pay a fortune for decktread and even more for the adhesive, would an off-cut of vinyl flooring from the local carpet/flooring shop, stuck down with whatever adhesive they use for kitchens/bathrooms stay stuck down to a fibreglass deck?

 

[Tranona]

Whilst we're slowly removing the decktread (blooming awful job!) and replacing it with non-slip deck paint, there's a section that runs between the bow-roller and windlass that actually does some good in stopping the chain from wearing a groove in the deck; sadly that's about worn through.

All I'm looking to lay is a strip about 6" x 24" and the question is: Rather than pay a fortune for decktread and even more for the adhesive, would an off-cut of vinyl flooring from the local carpet/flooring shop, stuck down with whatever adhesive they use for kitchens/bathrooms stay stuck down to a fibreglass deck?

Assume you are talking about Treadmaster - no such thing as "Decktread". Don't see any reason why you cannot stick vinyl flooring down with a polyurethane adhesive such a Sikaflex. Won't last as long as Treadmaster and probably look a bit naff. Might look better to glue down some half round metal strips - either brass or stainless to keep the chain off the deck. That is the traditional way.

 

[BobnLesley]

...Might look better to glue down some half round metal strips - either brass or stainless to keep the chain off the deck...

You're right, it does; thanks Tranona.