Boat Repair at TLC of North Wales

We have now completed work on this Van de Stadt 34 yacht. The existing teak deck was extremely worn and had numerous problems that we have addressed, including:

• Borders were split and cupping
• Kingplank was not set out correctly
• No borders around chain locker
• Joints are confused
• Dowels are showing

We have also renewed the toe rails, and refixed the chain plates which were fitted directly to the deck causing lifting and bluging of the deck. We have fitting an internal carrying knee to act as a strengthening point for the chain plates, and had to rebuild the chain lockers to accomodate the new strengtheners.

Talking to our web developer the boat's owners said "We are very happy with the work carried out by TLC Boat Repairs, we really can't fault it. The workmanship on the teak deck is superb."

"Barry at TLC has been very helpful throughout the process, especally when we found a problem with the chain plates lifting the old deck. TLC have created some new fibreglass knees to attach the chain plates to."

"We would be happy to recommend TLC Boat Repairs to anyone."

The owners are happy to be contacted for a reference. Please contact us and we will be able to pass on their contact details.

The pictures on this page show the deck when it was brought to us, and after we have completed the work. The after photos were taken on a showery day, so there is some drying in places which shows as lighter patches.

The owners are planning on taking her sailing in March this year and are looking forward to enjoying their new deck.

TLC Boat Repairs have over 30 years in the business, and can offer you the highest quality of service. We have installed teak decks on yachts large and small, from all over the UK and Europe. If you would like to find out more about getting a new teak deck on your yacht or boat please contact us.

We can also provide transport services if required.