04. Snow & Ice and Clinker Planking. Wooden Boat Restoration
Channel: SV Andromeda
Date: 2018-03-16

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In this episode we look at the basic concept of the planking on a clinker built hull. I've had quite a lot of questions about bedding compounds, caulking, sealants and whether or not to use these kind of products. Most of the boatbuilders I've spoken to have said a bare wood join will be best, due to the risk of splitting the planks if they can't squash the compound that is between them. This seems like a real possibility. I do like the idea of a very soft bead of sealant on the outside of the lap joint though, to help the boat take up, acting as a kind of temporary "stopping".

Music:
Chris Zabriskie - The temperature of the air on the bow of the Kaleetan (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ujVvdZOgeJU)

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