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Step Pads

New methods of manufacture have enabled Tiflex to improve on the Treadmaster Marine range. Sports Pads are available in Dual Colourђ and Luminescentђ (glow in the dark) variations. The Sports Pad range is only available in Diamond Pattern. > Dual Colour Sports Pads are available in the following 8 colour combinations, specially chosen to match most manufacturers colour schemes:ҕ Light Blue / White Black / Lime Օ Grey / Black Light Blue / Blue Օ Turquoise / White White / Red Օ Black / Blue Grey / Purple In order for Treadmaster Dual colour to look its best, try to get the closest colour...

FAQs Application of Treadmaster Marine decking to painted or varnished surfacesIt is our general recommendation that paint/varnish should be removed from the deck prior to application of Treadmaster as this will always ensure a good bond between the Treadmaster sheets and the deck. However, in some instances it is not possible, or desirable, to remove the paint or varnish. When considering applying Treadmaster to a painted/varnished deck it should first be appreciated that the degree of success will depend largely on the condition of the painted/varnished surface and the compatibility of...

Fitting Treadmaster Tip - If you are replacing an existing pad, make the new pad slightly larger than the original to cover up any removal marks, and to ensure the edges sit on virgin gel coat.The pad is positioned, and then a line is drawn around it with an HB pencil. Some boatbuilders like to frameђ each pad with masking tape to catch any squeezed out glue. Simply mask off the deck under the pad, draw around the pad and then trim the masking tape with a knife, peeling away the tape beneath the pads intended position. Sand the area inside the pencil marks with a 120 grit sandpaper. Take...

Fitting Treadmaster With the same done on the opposing sheet, the two half diamonds make up the full pattern again. Curves on corners are made by drawing around a penny washer, and then trimming with a Stanley knife. For a really smooth edge, the corner can then be gently rubbed with sandpaper.Sticking Down Sticking down is similar to the pad technique, except that a full pack of epoxy is used per sheet. Use a flat metal scraper to ease the glue to the very edge of the sheet. Unlike the glue lipђ technique, reverse the blade and draw the glue back in again, to actually avoid a...

When applied, the sheets are cut into the required shapes with a knife or scissors. Rounded corners, which are recommended to prevent localised lifting, can be smoothed with sandpaper. Once sculpted, the pads are then carefully stuck down with glue. Again there are two types - a powerful contact adhesive, or a two part epoxy designed for maximumdurability, especially in warmer climates.Maintaining Treadmaster The material has been formulated to last a long time, but it is not indestructible. The nitrile/PVC formulation is pretty tough but should only be cleaned with a soft brush and warm...

Removing Treadmaster Removing worn padsRegular use of your boat will inflict numerous gouges and scratches from dropped anchors or spinnaker poles, and the patter of thousands of footfalls. Racing boats will probably suffer more than most. Once the pads age too far, then the old Treadmaster will have to come off. Some restoration may be possible - small areas can be patched with carefully inserted pads that match the pattern before being painted over with Treadcote. however, it isnt re- ally an option to leave the Treadmaster in place and cover straight over the top, and you may get damp...

Step Pads

Tiflex 100 Sealer For use on all Treadmaster flooring products Treadmaster TM8 > For use where there are smoke / fire specifications to be met Treadmaster TM7 For use where there are fire / smoke specifications to be met, such as Navy Vessels. Sterngland Packing For use on smaller stern glands and bilge pumps TICO S TICO Nebar High performance anti-vibration machinery mounting material > Associated Products For specifications gasket applications Treadmaster AFDB For use on diving boards and bare foot areas. (Contains anti-fungal properties) TICO CF/PA 10 & 80 Low frequency pads for critical...