Yellowing mold release

Discussion in 'Boatbuilding' started by John Sakovits, Jun 29, 2025 at 6:19 PM.

  1. John Sakovits
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    John Sakovits Junior Member

    Purchased a new boat last year and now starting to get yellowing on the non skid.

    Think it is mold release.

    what is the least aggressive way to address this ?

    thanks so much for the input !!!
     
  2. Blueknarr
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    Blueknarr Senior Member

    Depends on the texture, mold release agent

    We need pictures.

    Why do you think it's the release agent.
     
  3. wet feet
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    wet feet Senior Member

    I'd consider a detergent solution and a brush with nylon bristles.I don't doubt that many would recommend a pressure washer,but that might force high pressure water through any gaps in bedding compound beneath the deck hardware and perhaps into any core beneath the surface.
     

  4. John Sakovits
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    John Sakovits Junior Member

    Sorry need to take photos. The mold release was just an assumption and could be wrong. Best way to describe it is a slightly darker area in the non skid that does not seem to wash with soap and water

    thanks
     
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