JCG
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- Hatteras Model
- 46' CONVERTIBLE-Series I (1974 - 1981)
I am restoring a 46 ft SF and wonder why they did not use any insulation. It seems to me there would be several advantages: Easier to heat/cool, sound deadening and reducing condensation. This past winter while working on the boat I noticed the heated moist air in the boat would condensate on the inside of the fiberglass hull. I was trying to varnish and had to use a dehumidifier to get rid of the moisture.
I was considering some foam sheeting in the ceiling and along the cabin sides. I would think you would want something with a reasonable fire resistant rating.
Has anybody tried this? Is it used in newer boats? Is there something I am missing?
I was considering some foam sheeting in the ceiling and along the cabin sides. I would think you would want something with a reasonable fire resistant rating.
Has anybody tried this? Is it used in newer boats? Is there something I am missing?
