Thread: rebuilding pontoon boat deck

my dad picked up a pontoon boat as a payment for a welding job but the only thing is he has to completely rebuild the deck for the boat and he was asking me if I knew anything about rebuilding decks for pontoon boats so any info about any of it would be appreciated
what kind of material does he need to use for the deck and how thick does he need to make the deck and anything else that might be useful
thanks CJ


Josh

This is what I am going to use for my new pontoon build and it is what I have on my current boat. Water/rot proof- it will be there for decades.

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GUTTERDECK

Specifications


SLIDE AND LOCK INSTALLATION

GutterDeck has a slide-and-lock installation allows for a quick and low-maintenance solution to your decking needs. Using hidden fasteners, the interlocking decking system creates a beautiful outdoor living space with a 100% dry space underneath the structure for storage or addition outdoor living. Time-saving installation and cost-efficient decking system make GutterDeck the answer to your decking problems.

SPECIFICATIONS

Strength: 400 lbs. per sq.ft. (PSF) at 24” on-center for maximum joist spacing requirements
Finish: Low maintenance powder coat finish. Slip resistant and provides traction in wet or dry conditions. Naturally UV resistant. Suitable for long-term exposure in the harshest of conditions. Meets or exceeds AMA 2603.02
Fire Rating: Non-flammable
Resistance: Impenetrable by termites or other insects.
Drainage: 1/8” downward pitch per linear foot is recommended. To prevent back splash, a 2” overhang beyond the header joint on the drainage side is suggested.
Safety Factor: Non-porous material. Naturally resistant to mold, mildew and bacteria. Easily cleaned with mild detergent and water.
Durability: Will not split, decay, crack or rot. Low expansion/contraction factor.
Fastener: #10 stainless self-tapping

Material: 6005-T5 series marine grade aluminum (extruded for precision)
Length: 2’-32’ average length. Custom lengths are available; 40’ available upon special request
Weight: 1 lb. per linear foot; 2 lbs. per square foot (approximately 50% the weight of wood)
Width: Main boards are 6” wide and start/finish boards are 5.5” wide.
Meets International Building Code: GutterDeck meets or exceeds the specifications and guidelines for aluminum structures as recommended by AA ADM1 and required by the International Building Code-2006.