Tips on How to Bed Boat Deck Hardware
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A leak around deck hardware is not only annoying, but it can also damage your boat. That’s why using a sealant to prevent leaks around fasteners, stanchion bases and other hardware pieces is so important. We can help! In this blog, we demonstrate four easy methods for installing deck hardware with a tight, leak-proof seal.
When bedding deck hardware, it’s important to use the right sealant for the application. You don’t want to use an adhesive because if you ever need to remove and replace a hardware piece, the adhesive could damage the boat’s deck. In these videos, we use two great non-adhesive sealants: butyl tape and silicone. Check out our blog, "Bedding Deck Hardware: Silicone vs. Butyl Tape," for more information on these sealant options.
Method 1: Bedding Fasteners With Silicone
This video will show you how to install snaps and fasteners into both wood and fiberglass using 3M™ Marine Mildew Resistant Silicone to prevent leaks.
Method 2: Bedding Deck Hardware With Silicone
Watch this quick video to see how to properly bed deck hardware on your boat using the 3M™ silicone sealant.
Method 3: Bedding Hardware With Butyl Tape & Wood Screws
It’s easy to bed deck hardware using wood screws and butyl tape. We install a flat mount plate in the video, but you can use this technique to bed any other deck hardware for your boat.
Method 4: Bedding Hardware With Butyl Tape & Through Bolts
This video how-to shows the simple steps for installing hardware on a deck with butyl tape and through bolts. We added a stanchion base, but this method can also be used on other items.
We hope you found an installation method that you want to use for your boat! Do you have any questions? Don’t hesitate to call, email or online chat with our trained staff of customer service representatives. We’re always ready to answer any questions and get you on the right track with your DIY project. And for all your boating hardware needs, you can depend on Sailrite® to stock the best products in the industry.
