Decks are an essential part of any ship, be it a small fishing boat or a cruise liner. The difference in various decks is the size and the number of decks present. Small ships or boats usually one. On the other hand, large cruise liners, cargo ships or naval ships may have three or more decks. A deck is defined as a permanent covering over a section of the hull of the ship. On a boat or a ship the first layer of the deck is a horizontal structure that provides support and strength to the ship. This forms the lid of the hull that doubles as a smooth working surface.
Most ships have more than one level within the hull and above the primary deck. These are similar to the flooring of a multi-storied building that is also referred to as decks. One of the main purposes of a deck is to provide structural support. Apart from that, it is also constructed to provide weather tightness and keep away water, dust and heat from seeping into the lower layers of the vessel.
It is important for decks to be adequately maintained. They are an important element on the ship. In order to keep them in shape and look good, they need to be periodically resurfaced. The decks are usually made of wood, metal or fiberglass. There are many companies that undertake the job of resurfacing, as it does require expertise. The use of epoxy compounds has become common, because it is easy to apply and guarantees a perfect solution for resurfacing.
When a deck is being resurfaced, the common factors that need to be taken care of are water and chemical resistance, electrical resistance, shrinkage and combined performance. Ship deck resurfacing is not a simple task. There are a number of processes involved. Once the materials are applied, the curing process begins. This process can continue for days or for weeks depending on the area to be resurfaced.
Many luxury boat owners get their boats resurfaced in order to keep them looking clean and safe.
