Gary J Domain wrote:
Hi Steve
I agree this is how it should be done. However, if a stain does set in, are there any remedies for fixing someones wrong (like if you buy a used kayak). Thanks for you feedback.
Regards
Gary
Some folks mention buffing, but to do that you need the right tools. I buffed my wife's 2012 Revo 11 to get a few minor scratches off the bottom of the hull before I sold it. It was only used 5 times in a freshwater lake...lol! As far as stains, I have had my fair share that I had to experiment on removing. A friend in my subdivision has 2 PA14s. He kept them on his dock. We have tons of cypress trees and the sap left spots all over both PAs that he never got out.
People say a Magic Eraser works well. It does to an extent but it really depends on what the stain is from to determine what solution to remove it. Marks from a rubber/petroleum based stain might come off with "Bug and Tar" remover. I primarily use Mold Armour House and Deck wash or their household mold remover for tough stains on my kayaks. It has bleach in it. Spraying the area and letting it sit for 5 minutes before using a hand soft bristle brush or wash rag usually works on the tough areas. I use the Mold Armour solution on the SeaDek as well for tough stains (mud, blood, and other stains). The bleach in the solution will not hurt the SeaDek or the kayak. WD40 can work on some stains.
Steve