seaslug wrote: ↑Wed Mar 10, 2021 10:07 am I used 3/8" Okoume for the decks on my 4 builds, all using 1 layer of 6oz. woven, which leaves very little weave to fill. Primer and an epoxy paint like Awlgrip with the non skid holds up incredibly well, and is very grippy. My FS18 with almost 5 years of constant use shows no sign of wear. On my sailboat I think I added one coat of Awlgrip after many years of use. No sanding necessary to recoat an old worn deck, just roll on the paint and add non skid.
Great info Mike. My plan is to go with your solution using the BBC grit and my normal topside/deck paint. he 40z cloth I used on my deck has even less weave to fill.
What's your sailboat, something you built?