DIY Narrowboat Blacking Important Information, How Much? How Long? How To? Canalboat life Costs E102

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  • We have the narrowboat taken out of the marina to black the hull. We do it ourselves to save money but it still works out expensive. #narrowboat #narrowboatlife #narrowboatliving #canallife #canalboatlife
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  • @FoxesAfloat
    @FoxesAfloat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +84

    Our's is being blacked this year...... you're hired 🤣

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Thats going to make an interest Vlog title, "The foxes have worn my wrist out" 😜

    • @Choroidal
      @Choroidal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Childish snigger. 😀

    • @jimgassor8473
      @jimgassor8473 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Is the underside of the hull blacked as well or just the sides? Wouldnt fancy laying under there with the roller unless on a creeper board of some kind!

    • @seanadams6328
      @seanadams6328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 Mmmm Can one of you fine upstanding people explain that to me...im so innocent *cough.cough* lol

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@jimgassor8473 Not normally painted, the base plate is thicker steel and with lower oxygen levels at the bottom of the canal it doesn't rust as much, and any coating you apply get scrapped off in the shallow water

  • @hw476
    @hw476 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    I nearly spat my drink out when you said “straight in, no foreplay”😳🤣🤣Then all I could hear was Sean saying. “You can’t say that!!!” Lovely to see you both. 🤗💖

    • @Tretz624
      @Tretz624 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ROFL, my exact actions and thoughts! 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂🤣

  • @johnhall4146
    @johnhall4146 3 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You bad boy! “Straight in, no foreplay” indeed. ROFL.

  • @bruceshaw2402
    @bruceshaw2402 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    As a retired decorator I can say with a certain amount of knowledge you did a " proper job "

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks Bruce

    • @holistictherapist6494
      @holistictherapist6494 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 i so miss narrowboating and my heart aches to return

    • @carlainsworth1101
      @carlainsworth1101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi when IV black my boat it's easy with a 9"roller and a brush to get in the cracks done a good job

  • @NBStoweAway
    @NBStoweAway 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Lmao just started watching this and chortled at your comment.. “straight in no foreplay” .. shows my childish humour… great job Mark well done 👍🏻

  • @davidcadden9478
    @davidcadden9478 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thank you both for this informative blacking vlog, I had my 60 ft blacked 14 month ago by a young lad who looked bored, claimed he used 2 pack, which wasn't asked for and not used.. all done 2 days in December!
    well within 2 months it was falling off in chunks🙈
    I will be following your advice later in the year when I do my own.
    All the best,
    David.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      2 pack need to be applied to a bare metal shot blasted boat for it to stick on properly

  • @CanadianCuttingEdge
    @CanadianCuttingEdge 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No, you are NOT overthinking anything re the data sheets, you are spot on, they exist for a reason. Sure, some people who ignore it and do their own thing may get good results, but EVERYONE who follow the manufacturers instructions will get good results (if their base prep work was done right).

  • @carolynabramo7108
    @carolynabramo7108 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Love your "Not How To but How I Do" vids. Be well!!!

  • @geoffstanton6465
    @geoffstanton6465 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm now subscribed. I also watch "Foxes Afloat" and have done for a long time. I have seen a few others, but between you, and foxes I get the most enjoyment. We don't have canals here in Oz, or the history that you lot have. So i enjoy watching the lifestyle you live, and the area in which you film.

  • @John-iv2oz
    @John-iv2oz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is exactly the kind of data future narrow boaters need/want. Excellent.

  • @tonybonser8261
    @tonybonser8261 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A good job well done there mate, it’s very hard on the arms and upper body ain’t it??, your lovely good lady reminds me so much of my wife when she had lymphoma and other problems, sadly she got the dreaded word again and this time couldn’t be saved, that was seven years ago, but like your lovely lady she was the bravest person I’ve ever known, having a laugh n joke with everyone and people would say “” has she really got cancer??”” It still amazes me that when I see folk like your missus that the outlook they have and the strength they show is outstanding , May I wish you & your lovely wife all the very best for the future, I can tell by the body language you adore each other, Well Done to the both of you, Take care. .

  • @maobfh
    @maobfh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a couple of questions but you answered them when you sat down to sum it all up! The first question was Would it do better/last longer if you put several coats of bitumen on the hull? Indeed, it is necessary. You want two coats to make sure that every nook and cranny is sealed off to keep the water from reachin the steel and rusting out. To be safe, you put 3 coats on! I don't think you were over thinking it because I would have done it EXACTLY like you did.
    My 2nd question was about the availability of supplies for you to use, as compared with the items i have available for myself on the other side of the Atlantic. Here, there are a variety of different rollers, both short and long, for different surface textures. They have one with thick pile here that will completely saturate a really rough surface and will use quite a bit of paint because the depth of the roller pile will naturally hold more paint. You would probably end up putting on two coats in one pass. But maybe you don't like those because the possibility of air bubbles between the bitumen and the steel hull is fairly high. Is this something you have any experience with?
    This is, quite possibly, the worst comment that I have posted on your channel because I don't have one single comedic bit about blacking a boat. Being neither a genius, a professional comedian or a plagiarist, i truly have nothing. Having said all of that, i DID enjou the video and watched you like a HAWK so that i will have an idea how to manage this when i buy my narrowboat. That you for the not how to do but how YOU do video. Speaking of plagiarism, i did hear one joke that Philip told Matthew. He said he had a vegetable hoke but he was sure they would want to hear it because it is corny. BaDumDUM! So with that cornyjoke, i will sit down and shut up. 😁🤣😊.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Rebecca, we do have all those different types of rollers but I just took advice from the people in the boatyard as to the best way to apply the blacking, they do it for a living and use a brush the rollers.
      Love the corny joke 🤣😂

  • @johnswimcat
    @johnswimcat 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the few canal boat channels I still watch. Good job

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers John, hope to actually get some cruising done soon

  • @catherineatkins7908
    @catherineatkins7908 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Always nice to see your smiles. Mark, I’d take the Foxes up on their offer...you could recoup some of your costs.😊

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      And have Colin standing there with a clapperboard shouting Action😂🤣

    • @catpurrson3651
      @catpurrson3651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What fun that would be! The reparte would be...um..sparkling.

  • @janwaller3585
    @janwaller3585 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice paint job there. Thanks for the information ❤️

  • @katherineroyal423
    @katherineroyal423 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm all caught up now,. Thanks so much for the laughter and joy even during dark times (lockdowns and treatments). Love and joy back to you.

  • @davidreedy7597
    @davidreedy7597 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If you want a job done right, you do it yourself. A job well done, looks awesome. We enjoyed the vlog as usual, thanks for letting us tag along. Best wishes, David and Tammy from Florida.

  • @saltycowgirl
    @saltycowgirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    you two are just lovely.... Deborah hang in there it does get easier... ive finnished with Chemo and Radiation and im still resting, VERY SLOWLY recovery.. blessings from Texas

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Ive never felt so tired in my life but I know its only going to get better❤️ So glad you're out the other side ❤️

  • @Jdownesuk
    @Jdownesuk ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very clear and enjoyable to watch.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @Jdownesuk
      @Jdownesuk ปีที่แล้ว

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 👍, shame my boat to be that’s currently on dry sitting doesn’t allow owners to black their own boats 😔. Need to trust the yard to do a good job

  • @ellemdee276
    @ellemdee276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Your boat looked so amazing at the end! I went back to the vlog you did when this was done for you at Banbury 2 years ago but I don't think you mentioned the cost at the time? Still, even if you didn't save any cash at all & your muscles & tendons paid a steep price for doing it yourself this time, I think you're right that it's still well worth the peace of mind you'll now enjoy for a couple of years from being certain that each coat protecting your hull was given the curing time specified by the manufacturer. Plus, let's face it, even the best tradesmen will never have the vested interest that a boat's owner will have in meticulously ensuring that every single teeny nook & cranny gets its proper share of paint. Great job!

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was very rewarding doing it myself, Last time we had it done it cost £1200 but they also welded on 6 new anodes

  • @PinspotMedia
    @PinspotMedia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informative, helpful and enjoyable watch. Thanks!!

  • @stephenglendenning1475
    @stephenglendenning1475 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You did grant job. Black are home and how you a great summer. Just let you know that today's night is at 40 f from Kitchener Ontario Canada. The snow stop last night. From the Glendenning family. You have a warm days and night just be safe. Thank you 😊

  • @sa9861
    @sa9861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    🎶 FABULOUS Music 🎶
    Fabulous job on the boat, and Deb you’re looking fab as well.....
    The old bloke......yeah, well s’pose...🤠..... Thanks for cost b/down, always useful to know these things.
    Cheers 🐨

  • @francishughes5205
    @francishughes5205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    You did a grrrrrrreat job Mark. It must really pay to be pedantic when blacking and thereby preserving your precious home. I guess it’s peace of mind. Lovely to see you both enjoying the life. So happy and obviously so in love. One day, I would hope to be a live aboard on the cut. Best wishes to you both on your continuing journey.

  • @franktuckwell196
    @franktuckwell196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I once undersealed my motorcycle and sidecar combination with a bitumastic paint, it was messy and a right pain removing and replacing the wheels but protected against all that winter salt and grit from the roads. It was messy and gungey but did the job well. The worst bit was getting it off my fingers where i spilt it. Most satisfying when done and i reckon although you had a more vast an area, it was more straightforward. Knackeri g, but you know you've done as good a job as possible, one less worry👍👍👍

  • @carycoombe3380
    @carycoombe3380 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had to go back and watch Cruising the Cut's two blacking videos for reference and I was very surprised at the differences. All very educational and entertaining. Thanks.

  • @caroledumbleton4448
    @caroledumbleton4448 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did a bloody good job there Mark, my back was aching just watching you 😄😄😄😄

  • @MrAg272
    @MrAg272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    G'day to you both. I find it really interesting watching the 'Boaters' I follow. The experience of Blacking the boat by the various Boaters. Amazing when the blacking is done how good the boat looks again.

  • @mikeyratcliff3400
    @mikeyratcliff3400 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for a very informative thingy, mines going in to Heyford tomorrow and we are doing it ourselves, take care you lovely people from Ratty and Zoe on Spirit of Albion x.

  • @suebates5718
    @suebates5718 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Morning Debbie Happy birthday enjoy your day and many more Best wishes 🎈🎉

  • @annhay4572
    @annhay4572 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lots of work!! Good for you for doing it yourself. I've always done my own boat bottoms, and I repaint the bottom on each boat I've owned every year because of salt water here in the Pacific NW of the USA. Every 10 years, I have the bottom sand blasted and start over. And I use a roller (it's faster and easier on your hands and elbows and shoulders), never a brush. Does your left arm not work, Mark? Try it, train that left arm! 🙂 You'll be happier if you use your left arm half the time. Oh, excellent weed hatch upgrade, you should patent that! And I'm with you about the data sheets and time required for hardening off. No legitimate boatyard would do otherwise.
    Oh boy I know how it feels to have your boat in the air with someone else in charge! My 1939 boat was 42 feet long by 12 feet wide. If I could have found a haulout with a "lorry" like you folks use, that would have been great, but here we use straps and a very tall structure to lift/raise the boat straight up out of the water using those straps. And the boat swings and sways like crazy. Nevertheless, when the boat finally "splashes" and gets back in the water, I think every owner breathes a sigh of relief.
    Oh, and yes! when I was in my boat when it was "on the hard" on land, I would run into the cupboards and cabinets inside the boat because it was NOT swaying with the water. What an odd feeling. 🙂
    Great video, great info, perfect in every way. Thank you!

  • @annm6049
    @annm6049 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    A job you must be proud of Mark. Well done. Love and hugs to you all and remember that includes Bonnie and Alfie xx

  • @seanadams6328
    @seanadams6328 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a bottle of champagne swings toward the bow... Mark rushes out and yells.."mind my blacking!" Great vlog...and as always love and hugs xxx

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂🤣 I'd be more worried about wasting a good bottle of champagne 🤣😂

  • @ianwebb2235
    @ianwebb2235 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was interesting.... It is so good to see you two looking so well. My wife and I have been watching your adventure since you 2 started - I had been talking to her about the best holidays I have had,,,, I think it was you Tw`ts video,,,,and we both laughed!! When I eventually retire --- I cannot too many children and grandchildren,,,,, My wife wants to buy a narrow boat,,,,,IT is YOUR fault that I have to work!!!! 🤣 Subsequently we watch the Foxes, My Narrow Boat Adventure, Floating our boat etc,,,,, I have been out here in Japan for 20 years,,,,,,I love every second of it - It suits me, it is like living in the UK in the 50's However, your adventures, struggles and successes,,,,, truly miss the UK. Thank you so much! Debs, hang in there girl,,,,that soppy husband of yours is a good man! Well,,,,maybe. Thank you for these videos you have opened new experiences for my wife, and confirmed the pleasures that I had!! PS We went out to the local river,,,,had a picnic and my wife had bought me a 6 pack of my favorite beer - Suntory Premium Malts...... I need to get to bed,,,

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Ian, start saving hard for that boat as prices keep going up

  • @rodneyallister9877
    @rodneyallister9877 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi you have done a good job blacking your hull by brush rolling is a wast off time I have had boats for 50 years
    Now 80 years old still at it keep it going 👍

  • @vivianewing7154
    @vivianewing7154 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hope others use this same marina sounds like a very great rated place.

  • @penneynoss9552
    @penneynoss9552 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks great ☺️ my arm hurt just watching you . have a great week

  • @timeast6412
    @timeast6412 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi,M&D,you should find that the baffle plate makes a huge difference.We did the same thing some years ago.I can’t understand why they are not fitted as standard.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      ours had one originally just held on by 2 thin rods I think the original Werner cut it off for some reason

  • @wingrider2789
    @wingrider2789 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job! Nicely explained....

  • @clovettajackson4654
    @clovettajackson4654 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Looks like you did an excellent job. Looking good Deborah. Best wishes from Missouri.

  • @Minikisses20000
    @Minikisses20000 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mark, I don't have any knowledge of this just what I watch here on TH-cam. I think you did a fabulous job. Congrats. 💕💕

  • @shirleylynch7529
    @shirleylynch7529 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic to watch boat being taken out of the water and back in again. Great job Mark well done. You are both such a tonic to watch and listen to. Thank you.

  • @jacquijoy7314
    @jacquijoy7314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi there
    Very well done on the job of blacking. Satisfaction you have done it well. Reminds me when my husband use to have our boat taken out of the river by the marina to do the anti-fouling. He found it quite a job but it looked good after. Take care & keep warm & safe. Love Jacqui XX

  • @WingingItBoatingonaBudget
    @WingingItBoatingonaBudget 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting point about the time before going back in the water after the last coat.
    Although we did ours ourself we were 'reliably' informed by the boat yard we would be ok to put final coat on in the morning and re flood the dry dock to come out late afternoon as the paint would be dry...
    FORTUNATLEY we plan to come back out next year anyway (once we have saved up for shotblast and 2 pack!). So hopefully we will be ok.
    But it does seem some of the 'experts' at the boatyards perhaps aren't as 'expert' as we are led to believe...

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We was assured by the boat yard 2 years ago it was ok, but after reading up on it I would argue it. The solvent in the blacking needs to evaporate and dry out properly in the air for the blacking to fully cure, this wont happen under water

    • @WingingItBoatingonaBudget
      @WingingItBoatingonaBudget 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 I think that's the key to what we've quickly learned - RESEARCH everything!
      Next time we are blacked we definitely won't be going straight back in!

  • @jillipepper5353
    @jillipepper5353 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m glad I didn’t have to do all that hard work😳. Well done Mark👍🏻. Stay safe and well 🙋🏼🥰

  • @jameswatters9592
    @jameswatters9592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    really good info regarding boatyard drying times compared to 'what it says on the tin'

  • @percymorgan5859
    @percymorgan5859 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    clad to see Deb looks better every time. In the 80's we bought a 40x20 steel hulled barge to do private waterfronts and marinas on Lake Simcoe had to pull it Nov. every year so ice wouldn't crush hull a tar sprayer used for driveways and epoxy paint 4 coats Use of Bitamin is illegal in fresh water

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I know some of our Bitumen type paints have been banned

  • @whiskymacable
    @whiskymacable 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seeing what you had done to your weed hatch reminded me of when I was looking for prop weed guards and then came across this (Prop Protector Rope/Weed Cutter) around about £100 or so but it prevents weeds or anything getting tangled round the prop and just cuts them to pieces..if ever you went to Chester the canal is covered in weeds and boats constantly get choked up...Enjoyed watching the boat being blacked too! 👍

  • @robertdavis1717
    @robertdavis1717 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great to hear your voices again, don't leave it so long next time. In the words of the great Bruce Forsythia your my favourites.

  • @bradmccartney187
    @bradmccartney187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Glad to see you both well, Keep up with these great video's. I now have 4 people in the UK to chat with from time to time, You Two, another Narrowboater, and one on HAM Radio. I must say my English is Improving Mate's. Take Care stay safe and Healthy, from my family to yours have a nice day.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I remember years ago a friend of mine and his dad were into Ham radio, is it still a popular thing nowadays?

  • @paulroberts5677
    @paulroberts5677 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think you did the best blacking video I've seen. Got a lot from it. Like your discussion about drying times. Yes, drying times are important, so many things happening with the paint and solvent. The splat it with paint and chuck it back in the water brigade just don't realise. The boat I am hoping to buy will be surveyed on Tuesday and I, also, have my second covid shot 😁. Then I shall be anti-fouling the boat with a new biocide free antifoul. Please keep your fingers and toes crossed. Another great vblog, thank you both.

  • @deanwilliams9398
    @deanwilliams9398 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it so glad Deb seems to have turned the corner lots of praise for Deb to put herself out on camera when perhaps she may not be feeling top hole. Be glad when Debs treatment is totally finished, and you can both entertain us, with your really interesting might I say very professional camera work. Love it .mike

  • @janinepowell413
    @janinepowell413 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely proper job 👏👌👍

  • @carolineolsenarnold7039
    @carolineolsenarnold7039 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Haven't finished watching yet, stupid question, does it smell like creosote? That's what I am smelling while I watch. It was one of my faves as a kid. Loved it whenever the old tarbaby went by. Deb you look amazing😒😘💕. You have the most beautiful complexion, when I found out your age in another vlog I actually dropped my cup of tea🤔😁🤗? I really thought you were in your early 40s. You have both come through so much, I know how hard it is as I have beaten cancer twice. Eight and a half months chemo, five and a half weeks radiation for my second cancer. Word of warning dear, radiation will wear you out. Sleep whenever you can. Mark, you are a whole support team by yourself. Such love is rare nowadays. You are both in my thoughts and prayers, now back to,the vlog😘😘💕🤗😀💕.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣 No it doesn't, although it looks similar.
      Thanks for your kind words ❤️

  • @sunswifttan2346
    @sunswifttan2346 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great sharing Mark! And your workmanship quality is good. Not easy to do the work yourself. But I trust the cost savings and sense of achievement makes it all worthwhile. Now you know love and TLC is onboard your home. Deborah you look fantastic. See you lovelies soon. Have a wonderful weekend and new week ahead.🌈🌞🌻🍀🪴💐✨🍻🥂

  • @stephenshippam9374
    @stephenshippam9374 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi I think that you did s 1st class job of it,and it's all ways nice to think,yes I did that my self, well done plus you could have a well earned drink. can't wait to see you next video,,

  • @quest2outdoors
    @quest2outdoors 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job it looks good I’m sure that it will do the job👍

  • @rickycunningham6368
    @rickycunningham6368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    great vid as always guys.. everytime I demonstrate stuff I end up doing not how to but how I do. picked that up from you mark haha 🤣😂

  • @BoatTime
    @BoatTime 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this, super helpful :)

  • @johnallen148
    @johnallen148 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi Debbie Mark,,what made you use a brush and not a roller? Did you have it pressure washed ,Debbie you look a lot better now I hope you continue to improve.the boat looks beautiful now Mark well done you ,till next time take care keep safe keep warm,John 🌹🥂❤️🌈❤️❤️🥂🥂🌹🌹😂🥰

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I asked the experts who do it for a living and was told brush the first coat and roller the next ones

  • @billstarr7224
    @billstarr7224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Debbie looks great. Your work on the blacking is just great. Glad I'm too old to do that,lol.

  • @lesleytagovailoa2256
    @lesleytagovailoa2256 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, love your “How I do it” videos. Keep them coming…👍🏻

  • @stephengurd5272
    @stephengurd5272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good on you for giving that a go. It's the one thing I am leaving that one to the boat yard.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're missing out on a good workout 😂🤣

    • @stephengurd5272
      @stephengurd5272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 I just painted the roof...... taken a week sanding, primer and two top coats so far!!! Painting over the green with silver😆😂

  • @maggiekavanagh2801
    @maggiekavanagh2801 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Think you did a cracking job! Debs your job was to provide moral support and the important mugs of tea. Take care and stay safe

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      She was the best tea ladies and bacon sarnie maker anyone could wish for ❤️

  • @patriciagassor4497
    @patriciagassor4497 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You did well Mark, we always preferred 2-pack epoxy and it is better if that goes on from new so if you are considering going for that next time you are thinking along right lines to have the hull sand blasted first. We always worked in a dry dock to black ours and did it ourselves and always gave it 24 hrs between coats normally 2 coats was sufficient as once you get it coated with 2 pack epoxy when it needs doing again we just power washed it and wire brushed to give it a key and obviously removed any loose paint before recoating. the 2 pack stayed on well. Goes on well with a roller, only thing with that is once you mix the 2 parts you need to get it on. Never an easy job and to save cost we always did ours ourselves every 2 to 3 years. Quite a big job sandblasting as it gets in everywhere and would need to try and seal the vents/ doors and windows etc. Best wishes with your radio therapy Debs. Love following your progress, its been so nice you have shared this journey with us all and shared your home with us to, some vloggers do not do that and have found some keep you more at arms length. I have been following one couple for 3 years and still do not really know them as their vlogs are always about the cruising everyday. I much prefer what you are doing. XX (ps, our son follows you as well and he lives in California) xx

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We will probably shop around for quotes to get her grit blasted and 2 pack next time

  • @helenlonie2236
    @helenlonie2236 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Well done you Mark good job
    Debbie hope sitting in car was not to long for you
    Rest up and enjoy the good weather 🌞🌞🌞

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They took us out at 10.00 and we couldn't get back onboard until 2.00 😱

  • @miloroberts5883
    @miloroberts5883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    DIY, Mark. Nice job. The man for his lady and himself:-) Xx

  • @AnthonyTobyEllenor-pi4jq
    @AnthonyTobyEllenor-pi4jq 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You could get the boat hauled out in the summer, let the hull dry and then abrasive blast clean followed by hot zinc thermal spray which then needs passivating, then apply the blacking. I am surprised that blacking does not last longer, I saw steel structures in the North Sea that had a proper abrasive blast clean then 3 coats of suitable coating applied and after years in salt water, still sound. Narrowboaters need to investigate alternative methods of coating their hulls.

  • @annetherington800
    @annetherington800 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello when you buy a boat there’s lots of things to think about and also maintenance and up keep as well the blacking looked hard work but looked like new fantastic have a lovely weekend wishing you both well love Annie ✨✨✨✨✨✨✨

  • @stevenchapman5620
    @stevenchapman5620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Interesting hearing your costs. We have a 70ft wide beam on the Thames. She weighs in at 37 tons and is lifted out by a travel hoist. The lift in and out alone is £2400. We are having her 2 pack epoxy this week and the total cost is going to be £5300. My next boat is going to be a narrow boat on the canals up north as it’s far cheaper. Ok so 2 pack doesn’t need to come out quite so often, but there isn’t much in it I don’t think and it’s easier to repair bitumen blacking as you go.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I assume it’s being grit blasted first.

    • @stevenchapman5620
      @stevenchapman5620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610I don’t think so, it will have to be abraded properly , not sure how the yard will do that, It’s being completed as part of a warranty issue so thankful I’m not actually having to put my hand in my pocket.

  • @davecooke914
    @davecooke914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Come across your video really enjoyed as a decorater great job good luck with your journeys best of health to your wife 👍

  • @harleyjohnston9366
    @harleyjohnston9366 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thought we might black Lazy Bee one, not now. Great video.

  • @terrykunst3883
    @terrykunst3883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a very interesting episode, and such valuable information too. Impressive job and undertaking for one person!

  • @williamolsmit4659
    @williamolsmit4659 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Right proper job, having scraped, and painted many a boat bottoms in my day , I feel ya man, time for a ryht nyce pint , cheers

  • @jeffb.2257
    @jeffb.2257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fascinating! I learned so much, thank you 😊

  • @picturepoacher9368
    @picturepoacher9368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Really good to see you both posting again, 👍👍, I do this for a living,2/3 boats a week including base plates but have never used a brush apart from cutting in better off getting an extra coat or two on with your roller than worrying about getting in all the little holes, 👍

  • @eirishemd
    @eirishemd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome vlog and absolutely zero criticisms from me. That’s a tough job and you did great. Hope Deborah feels better. Hugs as ever ❤️❤️❤️

  • @peterjackson7426
    @peterjackson7426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks guys

  • @Kat69nh
    @Kat69nh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Still rocking the look!

  • @MrVinnyh
    @MrVinnyh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mark you need a two pack pint of beer, (question on beer first & second coats ).Your the second Vlog I watched tonight on blacking ! last year I said I would help a friend black her boat, little did I realizes this would end in a relationship! ❤ to my lady, as much as you and Debs.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Never heard of anyone falling for each other blacking a boat, but lucky for you that you agreed to help her ❤️❤️

  • @Tandan.
    @Tandan. 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very good job Mark and very nice vlog,i missing your how to do vlogs,they are very good

  • @gingermolinero8386
    @gingermolinero8386 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You two are great, I really enjoy your channel. Hope the summer brings lots of adventures as you continue to regain strength

  • @THE-1234-KID
    @THE-1234-KID 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whatever the vlog just great to see your smiling faces well done mark you did a good job there love and best wishes to you bothxxxx

  • @craigkaschan4822
    @craigkaschan4822 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That was a proper job. Those anodes need replacing. When you get down to half you know they’ve expired well and truly. I think an anode on your rudder and prop shaft wouldn’t hurt.

  • @davidsedlickas8222
    @davidsedlickas8222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Greetings to you both.
    I have had similar experiences to yours.
    I would go further and say that boat yards have responsibilities and a duty of care to look after boaters. Some DON'T and put the £ before morality.
    If you really really wanted to splash out (No pun intended)
    next time blacking is due then go the " whole hog" and sand blast and hot ZINC coat the hull before applying ' two pack ' to the hull.
    This was a very instructive vlog and I enjoyed watching well done.
    Keep safe dry warm and virus free.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      We intend to get quotes for the hot zinc and 2 pack when it time to be done again

  • @philelliott5327
    @philelliott5327 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If you look at blast and two pack next time have a quote from Debdale Wharf, just past Foxton locks on the Leicester line, if you have won the lottery by then ask them about Zinc spraying. You are right, most places just chuck em back in the water and it pops through in a couple of months.

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for that, I will enquire 👍

    • @chrisabbott7458
      @chrisabbott7458 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Try their sister yard and marina at North Kilworth. The guy who does their blacking is brilliant and very fussy. Had mine done there 2 years ago and am due there again in a week or so and having the baseplate done this time.

  • @waynerosiesharman6073
    @waynerosiesharman6073 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice one Debbie & Mark! Ballistic Black it is then. We’re out this August 👍 I did mine with Intertuf16 last time in October so I know exactly what you mean 🤨
    Thank you for this 😀👍❤️ Keep well and, Deb, you’re looking marvellous 😊👍

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Im not looking to bad either 😂🤣

    • @waynerosiesharman6073
      @waynerosiesharman6073 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 ok ok you’re not too shabby either 😂❤️

  • @littleoldme205
    @littleoldme205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    A bit more Yorkshire Twang for you Mark...
    "THYS DUN A RAYT GUD JOB THEEA LAD, THA SHUD BE PROUD A THI SEN" 👍

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Brilliant , I just read that out in probably the worst Yorkshire accent ever 🤣😂

    • @littleoldme205
      @littleoldme205 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You did that last week too 😂

  • @sherrie-deejenkins6504
    @sherrie-deejenkins6504 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the video. I love any video you guys do. Just great to visit with you guys. Thanks for taking me along.

  • @caroleclark7651
    @caroleclark7651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi, guys ...you deserved your right good pint after all that , looks really good !! Was surprised how much it was to remove and put you back in the water 😳very expensive!!xx❤️

  • @Jason-cj3ih
    @Jason-cj3ih 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevs paints at Fradley charges £900 for a 48ft boat .
    Shobnal boat yard in Burton on trent £800 50ft boat .
    Next time mines out of water il be using zinc

  • @glendaelwell5498
    @glendaelwell5498 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great job well done

  • @johnlakey5011
    @johnlakey5011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi i used LMS on our hulls for the last 10 years, my last boat it looked good after 4 year but i did have the hull shot blast and zinc primed from LMS great blacking product

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was that expensive?

    • @johnlakey5011
      @johnlakey5011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 Shot blasting the Hull up to the gunnel not base plate £500 LMS £120 zinc primer £85 must be put on asap after shot blasting

    • @johnlakey5011
      @johnlakey5011 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We have just finished boating after 25 years now motor home owners every thing you do in in this now cost an arm and a leg every thing has gone up 50% p/s love your vlog w e live in Wisbech St Mary not to far away from your home town stay safe

  • @Rovinman
    @Rovinman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice job on that blacking.
    Seeing you do it in time-lapse, makes it seems to go quicker.
    Re. your weed hatch.
    I have seen other hatches with that bottom plate, I thought, that was the Standard !
    Could it have been made Flush with the underside of the counter-stern.
    That way would reduce your CD factor and make the boat go faster ! 5555 !
    You two are looking more relaxed,
    So keep safe and well !
    Stu xx

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Debbies streamlined head has reduced our drag factor 🤣😂

  • @bonniesanford7762
    @bonniesanford7762 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You did a great job on the blacking!

  • @maureenlowther7621
    @maureenlowther7621 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You have done a good job Rick so pleased Deb looks good.❤️❤️❤️

  • @tomtilley8660
    @tomtilley8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love your how i do statement's ! .hope you used all of the blacking up i would have been scraping it out of the tin lol not that i'm tight ha ha .great video glad your going well guy's have a great weekend all the best from sunny skegvegas

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I had about 2.5 litres left which I transferred to a small tin to keep for touching up 👍. Is Skeg getting busy now the weathers getting warmer?

    • @tomtilley8660
      @tomtilley8660 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@welldeckdiaries5610 yes skeggy is getting busy caravans are selling well so a very busy time

  • @lornaeaketts-rogers2812
    @lornaeaketts-rogers2812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Brilliant attention to detail, Iooks very professional and shiny ☺️🌞

  • @letsbefrank6269
    @letsbefrank6269 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I didn’t know you had bow thrusters, useful I should think now and then in windy situations.

  • @brodie2711
    @brodie2711 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Boy, Mark, that looked like hard work, but I have to admit you did a smashing job. 👍

    • @welldeckdiaries5610
      @welldeckdiaries5610  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Stephen, glad its only once every 2 years👍