Faux teak decking on swim platform coming up, how do you re-glue this material back down?

Chuckvec

Our marine mat teak decking is coming loose in one spot on the swim platform.  What have folks used to re-glue the deck material?

Dream_Inn

I'd go with 4200 first for this application instead of 5200.  Mainly because at some point, someone is going to want to remove it and replace.

06Rinker270

I just did the exact same thing to my teak swim platform as the teak was coming slightly up from one edge and water was getting underneath.  I used UV4000 to caulk the edge to help keep water out and help keep the teak bonded to the swim platform.    Waited until winter lay up so I knew it was nice and dry.  Here are two links for some good info that helped me decide. 

http://www.thehulltruth.com/boating-forum/477198-3m-4000-vs-4200-a.html#b
http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/media/764986O/iatd-product-info.pdf

Cableguy Greg

I would also use 3M 4000UV for the repair. I have found myself using 4000UV for most of the work that I have done on my boat, above and below the waterline, since it is rated for such, just like 4200 and 5200.

rkinross

Hi, I use 3M™ Marine Adhesive Sealant 5200.  It is extremely strong and retains its strength above or below water line. Stays flexible too - allows for structural movement.  I have not used it on a swim platform but I don't see why it would not work if you can get some of the adhesive under the teak.  Once it is in place it is extremely difficult or impossible to remove it.  I get mine from Jamestown Distributors www.jamestowndistributors.com.

Chuckvec

Thanks all for the answers.  The winter cover comes off next week...the work will start right after that! We just renamed the boat, so all new graphics....a good cleaning and waxing of the topsides and she will be ready to go.