Metal and Steel Deck Coatings for Woods Hole to Martha’s Vineyard MA Ferry

By Ed Winslow | February 22, 2024

Marine Metal Coatings Island Home Ferry

New England Floor and Wall owned by Ken Bonney,  has installed the Dex-O-Tex Insul-Dex Basecoat and underlayment floor coating on the metal decking of the Island Home Ferry from Woods Hole to Martha’s Vineyard, MA. This strategic installation aims to enhance the durability and safety of the ferry’s decks, utilizing state-of-the-art metal and steel coatings to combat the harsh marine environment.

About The Metal and Steel Floor Coatings Project for Island Home Ferry

  • Project: Island Home Ferry metal and steel marine deck coatings installed, featuring Cement Underlayment and Non-Slip Polyaspartic/Epoxy Flake Finish System.
  • Location: Island Home provides Ferry Service between Woods Hole, Falmouth and Martha’s Vineyard, Cape Cod Massachusetts. Project was completed at a shipyard in New London CT.
  • Area Resurfaced: Second floor of the ferry in an enclosed area. Phase 1.
  • Duration of Project: 1 week.
  • Metal Deck Coating Contractor: Ken Bonney, New England Floor and Wall serving Boston to Springfield, MA. Contact 617-202-2973
  • Products Used: Dex-O-Tex, Insul-Dex Basecoat: A trowel-applied calcium aluminate cement metal and steel deck underlayment system.

Metal Deck Coatings steel deck coatings

 

Special Features of Dex-O-Tex Marine Coatings

Dex-O-Tex Marine Deck CoatingLightweight: Facilitates ease of application and handling, making it an ideal choice for marine applications.

Fire Resistance: Meets the United States Coast Guard and IMO A-60 fire protection standard, offering reliable fireproof coatings.

Insulating Features: Enhances thermal transfer, providing insulating benefits crucial for maintaining a comfortable environment on board.

Application Surfaces: Designed to be covered with epoxy coating systems, carpet, tile, electrical matting, or seamless decking to protect against water intrusion, emphasizing its role in protective coatings.

Usage: The robust formulation is utilized on U.S. Navy ships, passenger liners, tankers, freighters, ferry boats, and offshore drilling platforms, showcasing its effectiveness as marine coatings including;

  • Anti-corrosion
  • Rust Prevention
  • Non-Slip

About New England Floor and Wall

As a premier coatings and epoxy contractor, Ken Bonney and New England Floor have demonstrated unparalleled expertise in the application of protective coatings for the marine industry. This project underscores the importance of utilizing high-quality deck coatings for the safety and longevity of marine vessels. The Island Home Ferry’s upgraded decking system is now better equipped to withstand the rigors of daily operation, ensuring a safer and more durable surface for passengers and crew alike.

New England Floor & Wall applies Industrial and Commercial Cementitious Coatings including:

    • Metal and Steel Decking
    • Marine Coatings
    • Parking Garages
    • Ramps
    • Mechanical Equipment Rooms
    • Balconies
    • Retail Store Flooring – Metallic Epoxy
    • Restaurant and Commercial Kitchen Floors – Metallic Epoxy and Flake Systems
    • Industrial and Warehouse Floor – Epoxy, Urethane and Polished Concrete Systems
    • Office Buildings
    • Hospital and Educational Facilities

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