I already searched and found limited info thus my question; Has anyone used a pressure washer on the deck and non-skid areas? I'm planning on using a borrowed ~1,600 psi electric "home owner" type machine - nothing gas powered/industrial strength. I'm wondering is it could damage the deck. Any thoughts would be appreciated.
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Marc & Susan Garcia
"Solla Sollew" #1473, Mk.II
San Buenaventura, Ca.
I use a power washer on my deck a couple of times a year when the birds use my boat as their bathroom while I am away for a time and their "business" gets hard. I would not use a power washer if the deck has been repainted, it may take the paint off.
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Punta Gorda Florida
1990 Std WK M35 Hull #1050
I would urge you not to directly spray any through deck fitting (chainplates and the like). The high rpessure water could blast out the sealant (as happened on mine) and cause you to re-bed these points.
Larry Brandt
S/V High Flight #2109
Pacific Northwest, PDX-based
2002 C-36 mkII SR/FK M35B
I just washed my boat down on Wed, from 4th Trip to Lopez Islands, I used the smallest Roybi electric pressure washer ($120 at home depot). It worked great!! My only desire would be for a wand extension and nozzle swivel to make cleaning the stern easier - You may not need it if you have walk thru steps.
Les & Trish Troyer
Mahalo
Everett, WA
1983 C-36 Hull #0094
C-36 MK 1 Technical Editor.
Commodore
Update: I pressure washed the deck this past W/E. Everything turned out fine - and clean! (Sorry, no pics) I wish I had at it a long time ago. My thanks to all who responded.
Marc & Susan Garcia
"Solla Sollew" #1473, Mk.II
San Buenaventura, Ca.
Thanks for closing the loop!
Nick Caballero
Retired C36/375IA Mk II Technical Editor