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What wood for boats and yachts?
They look great and are considered a synonym of prestige and luxury.
Made of the highest quality wood and with extreme precision boats and yachts attract attention and they are very popular in ever wider circles.
Wooden yachts are still reserved for people with more wallet, however boats are a slightly cheaper alternative, whose advantages will be appreciated not only by recreational cruisers, but also by anglers.
Where does the high price of yachts and boats come from?
This is primarily due to the price of wood used and numerous machining techniques. The structure of the boat must be made in such a way that it is in 100% moisture resistantand also harmful influence of sea salt and atmospheric factors. It is also extremely important that protect it against all kinds of wood pests. It must also be resistant to mechanical damage to ensure full safety during the voyage.
What wood is best used for shipbuilding?
The most commonly used wood for yachts and boats is African mahogany:
- mahogany
- scythe
- yes
- sapele
It finds application both in the construction of external and internal elements. Is valued due to its aesthetic value, as well as ease of maintenance, rot resistance and exceptional mechanical strength.
It enjoys great popularity also Burmese teak (Tęczyn), which is characterized by exceptional resistance to moisture, fungi, as well as the impact of sea salt.
A cheaper equivalent wood is:
- iroko
- samba
We also have many native species with properties similar to African or American varieties enjoying such great popularity. During construction exclusive yachts it will be successful even oak, which is characterized by high hardness and resistance to external factors.
What else is worth knowing?
Originally yachts and boats entirely made of solid wood. today not only wood in many varieties, but also polyester-glass laminates are used for their production. Wooden elements we will find not only in the structure, but also in decorative elements on the deck, as well as in the interior furniture.
What carpentry machines do we need to process wood for yachts or boats?
- format saw - to accurately trim the patterns
- 4-sided planer - for professional processing of wooden elements
- angle grinder - for grinding sharp edges of finishing elements
