Renovating our 25 year Old Boat interior | Sailboat Refit 2, Ep 210

We give our 25 year old boat interior a modern new face lift whilst keeping the traditional wooden look. www.sailingnan...
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In this episode of Sailing Nandji, we want to give the downstairs of our boat a complete overhaul. We have been living on Nandji for 4 years now and we have steadily been upgrading her as we sail around the world. We have always completed upgrades for her safety and sailing performance but we are finally upgrading for our comfort and appearance! We rip out the old carpet that decorated the walls and replace with some fancy carpentry to match the rest of the boat. We want to give her a fresh new modern look whilst keeping the traditional boat feel and not making it look like an ikea kit!
With no sailing experience, we bought a yacht, got it blue water cruising ready and set off from Australia sailing to the Pacific! We have since cruised through New Caledonia, Vanuatu, the Solomon islands, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia and then onto the boat yard in Malaysia to prepare for the years to come. With a new engine, we continued onto Thailand, then back down into Indonesia and specifically West Sumatra to live the island life and chase the surf. With our Sailing plans changing, we returned to Thailand to wait for the weather and begin our journey to the northern route of the Indian Ocean to Sri Lanka before heading south across the Indian Ocean once cyclone season has finished and the trade winds begin! We were on our shake down sail when the mooring we were on failed and our home ended up on the reef. We saved the old girl and got her back to the boat yard for repairs to continue on our adventure! Ready to sail across the Indian Ocean, we were only days away from leaving when the pandemic begun closing countries around us... We are stuck for now, but enjoying the slower pace as we have our first baby on the way to be born overseas!
We departed the east coast of Australia in July 2017 and have since sailed over 10000nm offshore. We have explored some amazing countries and met some beautiful people along the way. We have experienced so many different and diverse cultures, dived pristine reefs, surfed solo in the middle of nowhere, spent weeks at sea, dealt with storms, big waves, strong winds and had the time of our lives doing it! The adventure is just beginning as we sail West with the trades around the World!
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[@p-dubya]

🎉 New year... New adventures... New baby coming... 🐣 And I agree it's time for a new look. 🌟 Go for it!!! Paint the areas you want to bring in brightness and have it clean and wipeable for the little hands that will undoubtedly smudge it up in the years to come!

[@wiseguy3438]

“The boss”.... you’ve become a wise man over the years

[@000001willy]

Yosh you are doing a fantastic job and it's great to see how happy you are making Bonita, who is looking very healthy these days. Much love from all of your fans.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

She is the number one, happy wife happy life 😂 she is the best and I want to look after her

[@pwrplay8709]

Paint it. Makes the area feel so much more open. It's a liveaboard boat. Totally different than a weekend sailor. Your the one that will wake up every day and look at it. So do what makes you happy. Mental Health is important.

[@mp6756]

Sorry Yoshi!! I think the boss is right going vertical. After 35 years and 2 children the best advice I have to offer is paint the wood if she wants it painted. You guys are great together and are going to be the greatest mom and dad sailing the planet. Thanks for taking us along

[@wwomannc4834]

Boss and boat is looking great!! Getting excited now! ❤️❤️❤️

[@robertnixon3816]

I was a little unsure of the vertical wood at first but I have to say it looks great! Adds depth to the interior! Whit paint on that one bulkhead is going to brighten up the whole saloon. Good choice! I am impressed with your work Yosh and even more impressed with how you involve Bonita along the way! Smart man! Nandji is going to look so good!👍👏😄❤❤❤⛵🌏

[@inuendo0003]

Yes a white wall would look awesome

[@silverark2693]

Pat on the back there buddy. You guys are looking great from baby bump to vertical slats.

[@sabretom7594]

The vertical looks great. Bonita is a genius.

[@dankenney5212]

So proud of you guys getting ready for that sweet baby. 👶

[@lilyherbongallagher5798]

Things are looking great! The white will brighten things up a lot. My prediction is you will be very happy with your choice.

[@joannewilson6847]

Looking good. Clever, is all I say. Mummy looks great, radiant actually. Take care both of you xx

[@dreoneful]

I'm with the boss on this one I hate woodie boat so painting the bulkhead white thumbs up

[@michelebushnik2874]

I hear the crows outside approving of your Hard work Yosh!💖 Benita you look amazing! So exciting to see this all happening! Sending best wishes and love always!

[@janebarrow2714]

I think a white wall would lighten and brighten up the interior! Go for it! Whatever makes you happy!

[@theoceandragonfly]

Go to Michael's store online and order wood already made into letters and other things. The store is a craft store and making a craft to go over your bed area would make a good memory together. You could enjoy doing it together made with love.

[@billfurey2860]

Yosh, you nailed it mate with the vertical woodwork...looks great.

[@bobbie7355]

Mum knows best. And she's obviously happy with Daddy. Your hard work is showing through Yosh. The dolphins need a resting place of some sort. I agree with Walter.

[@clayfarnet970]

I’m not sure how current your videos are but here goes. You should consider doing a white wash on the bulkhead. Thin the paint out so you can see the wood grain while still brightening it up with a light color. She’s looking good. 👍👍👍

[@jfc213]

best channel by a mile and josh and marley man Knows who the boss is ha ha wish you 3 soon to be 4 all the BEST FOR 2021 XXX X

[@harpomorris1909]

Happy wife, happy life, vertical it is!

[@PhilVanNuf_Body_and_ArtCreator]

now that's real boatwork! Keep going and btw congrats for the comming baby. The avantage off vertical is dust and eventual condensation wil stay less on it. Painting it white will make the interrior more roomy

[@peterfrebold]

..... WoW! .. what a transformation already .... good thing that Bonita just comes for inspection tours, the construction dust and fumes are better stayed away from while building the wee bundle of joy .... excited to see it all come together Josh, it's going to look Fab .... thx for sharing .. never stop dreaming, just dream bigger .. have fun be safe, save our oceans ....

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Cheers legend, great to hear you can already see the transformation. Yep, Bonita has only been allowed for inspections. She is the boss, the boss don't touch tools these days 😂

[@Zumbaangels1]

The interior will look lovely with some white to break up all the wood. Fresh, bright and a bit more modern. I can’t wait to see the end result Xx

[@nicardy]

Looking great guys ! 100% paint that wall it will look amazing !

[@327365hp]

Great job Josh! Wonderful to see Bonita's smile!

[@tarivard]

Once you have all the vertical areas painted white, you may want to reconsider painting the bulk head. I have updated my v berth and aft cabin with horizontal white tongue and groove and it really lightened up the space. While you have the time, you may want to consider overhead flat profile LED lighting to also brighten the cabin. I completed that this fall and what a difference it made. I am in the process of refinishing some more teak to lighten up the space as the teak had gone dark red with age. This is a very tedious job but it will look great when you are done.

[@Fess_goat_problem]

I like the wood vertical as well

[@taxalterror]

Wow nice bit of hard work, it's looking good. :)

[@walterwinn2842]

Hi you guys. I have an idea, you said that you were going to get rid of the dolphin plaque in your room, either auction it off to the highest bidder or have a drawing among your patrons. I think you should keep it in your room cuz it's been with you through thick and thin. Just a thought.

[@bobbie7355]

I totally agree.

[@jfc213]

great idea spread the word

[@glennedwards1449]

Yes I was thinking the same

[@daneulekowski929]

I agree 100% Auction it off.

[@svsweetchariot2370]

Keep it!!!

[@Draconisrex1]

You can always use curtains or fabric panels instead of paining. I know there are some disadvantages. But you can have your wood and white, too.

[@deniseclark1349]

Yes white will really open it up and make the place so my brighter for your family BEAUTIFUL

[@Ron-zr6se]

There was one other boat where the owner went with vertical pieces instead of the traditional horizontal. He also used bamboo and I must say that when he was done it looked good. No need to be like everyone else, be unique, its your home after all and a big plus is that it is admiral approved.

[@ianprice9005]

Great job yosh ổn the wood paneling

[@cliftontibbits6644]

Keep it up you guys,I'm really pulling for you and may the good Lord above bless you both and soon to be here baby...your in my prayers...and thanks for sharing....

[@IrishLegend64]

Its looking amazing! Well done

[@maryetdave]

Hell of a project, all the best to you guys and happy new years 🥳

[@mickhermes1925]

Teak and white always look great. Teak ,the king of woods and the wood of kings, try a little Sikkens natural wood finish on a sample. See what you think. Like the vertical slats. Lookin sweet!

[@paulrieger501]

White wall will look great!!

[@sailingandrunning]

Pvc white tongue and groove, simple and looks nice

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

This is Malaysia, you use what you can find

[@cnc75adventures49]

Looking good Yosh, Happy New Years Nandji 👍👍

[@compdman12]

Looking good.

[@tomhaynes7320]

The boat's looking good and good luck to you all and Happy New year and God bless

[@000001willy]

I totally agree Bonita, paint that bulk-head wall white. There are so many boats manufactured by Lyman-Morris and the Aeliron sailboats that use alot of white in their interiors that make their boats look like a million bucks.

[@hipguide1]

Nandji is your boat - owners can do whatever they want if it makes them happy! Bonita is looking happy and content, so Yosh must be doing things that makes the "Boss" happy. Prayers for you guys and can't wait until the little bundle of joy makes his/her appearance.. Happy New Year to your entire family!

[@claytonnicholls3178]

Happy New Year to you guys. If the mom to be wants to paint a wall she gets a wall painted.👉💃👈

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Damn straight 😂

[@C5drummer]

Worked up a good sweat there, Yosh...Bet that onshore shower at the end of the long day felt good (and well deserved)! Exceptional editing too, Bonita! Loved the Christmas post on Instagram...More people need to visit there too! (Along with Patreon!) :-)

[@Chrisgonzales67]

I'm loving your choice of music you played while doing your boat work. Funky fresh and groovy beats, yeah boy! Cheers

[@TheBeatlemanic]

Always remember, whatever the Boss wants, Boss gets...Hummm, interesting how that works. Seal of Approval. Good job and info on the Oxy mixture.

[@danceingdave3]

Us landlubbers had 30-yr old pine furniture in our house, and we felt they needed brightening up. Like you we sanded off all the varnish from the wood, but used 3 coats of white primer/sealer over the bare wood (stops the yellowing coming thru). Then we top-coated the furniture with white paint -- it looks fantastic!

[@johnnosprads5883]

Mom is nesting:). Good work maté!

[@marktracey387]

Just finished painting the interior of my 62year old steely...White ..lol..👍..just do the work Yosh and leave the big decisions to the Boss..and all will be good..lol🙂👌⛵

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

That's the plan, that's why she's the boss!

[@joem3556]

Baby on the way and and now this? Hats off to you

[@danthomas3808]

If you paint the wall white, you should varnish or epoxy it first. This will not let the paint soak into the wood. If you ever wanted to go back to the wood look it will save you hours or days of sanding or stripping the old paint off. I have seen vinyl flooring board used on a bulkhead and it looked great.

[@loftiefleet8104]

ive just watch 102-103-104 again,,,i know you,s are having a bub=i will be happy yall get back to sailing again....lots of love to you both,i should say 3.with the new bubs.great dog too.

[@davidc6510]

Hello Legends. Great job on stripping the interior and then putting up the wood panels. Nandji is starting to look almost as fair as the beautiful Bonita. Happy New Year! Yew!

[@kennethsheriff9340]

Amazing work

[@parkerfilms1]

Nice work!! The vertical "planking" worked out quite well.

[@mikemoxley9477]

Great video

[@robwestern7702]

Happy new year guys great work on the boat mate keep it up and have some fun on the way aye

[@SVELFARO]

looks great the vertical orientation of the wood ended up looking very nice.

[@Blue-Steel]

Happy new year.

[@sailingavocet]

woohoo!

[@williamf.ryanjr.8599]

OMG, shit on a blanket about had me spitting out my dinner! 🤣

[@daveamies5031]

It's a pretty common saying in Oz at least.

[@realwheelman]

Looking good guys

[@anselmooliveira7851]

Happy New Year 2021 Best Wishes! Good Winds!

[@JustMe-pp1mp]

Happy New Year Josh and Bonita. May 2021 bring you only good health and happiness. Thank you for allowing us into your lives. :-)

[@TheGolopablo]

Tottally agree. Go for the white paint, make it clear and bright inside ....will look more spacious. Merry XMAS and best 2021

[@sailingsecondwind3241]

If you're painting the feature wall, you can buy yourself a mini projector and use the wall as a huge TV screen.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

We have laughed about that, think we will have to do it!!

[@sailingsecondwind3241]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji Don't forget the popcorn :)

[@markfoster6110]

Burnt orange and lime green ! Is the go .....

[@sailingavocet]

nice work!

[@glenpeters955]

Good job Yosh. It will look a million dollars when done. Cheers for a Happy New Year to all 2 8/9ths of you.

[@dougford5691]

Looks damn good. Lots of hard work.

[@paulahayes6321]

The Dolphins can be a giveaway to supporters of your channel love you guys stay safe

[@Mr.P.Griffith]

Yeah I'm one to fight to keep wood from being painted but there comes a time in one's life where clean and bright is a refreshing option. You sure don't act afraid to take on massive jobs. With all my life experience, I wouldn't have the confidence to do that entire refit.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Nothing to be scared of mate, it's just sweat, tears and epoxy 😂 it is a big job but you have to think how good it will be when finished! Can't wait to show you now!! Yew!

[@DaviesDiaries]

Looking fantastic guys! Keep it up you legends!

[@vial1sim]

Those Dolphins may be The boats lucky charm.

[@rumblechick73]

Yosh, you work so hard! Happy Holidays to you all. ♥♥♥♥

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Nothing screams boatwork more than a baby on the way!

[@vxnova1]

Happy new year guys, all the best,

[@donb4386]

This is a little late but I use a construction adhesive called PL Premium for that kind of work. It’s permanent like 5200. They make a fast set version that will adhere in a matter of minutes. And I agree horizontal would have been my preference. And for what it’s worth I live on a Bayfield 32 which is decked out in beautiful teak. While I love wood it is just too dark in the cabin. I’ve often been tempted to bringing out the off white paint to break up the dark wood finishes. I’m looking forward to seeing what your boat will look like. If it’s not too late I’ve been considering covering one of my bulkheads with that white vinyl(?) dry erasable product and laying in a few coloured pens to add an artistic touch. You have a baby on the way and I’m sure the little one would love a fresh palette to colour on. Just sayin.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

You understand the need to brighten up downstairs then! We are happy with the vertical and think it looks great, it gives a feeling of more space as well. As for the adhesive, always epoxy on Nandji

[@jonasjohansson9060]

Paint it! It will be great!

[@vxnova1]

Couldn’t agree more, it’s your boat, paint all you want,

[@martinengelbrecht5384]

A very clever man knows when to argue. That's pure man wisdom. When you have children you have to pat your own back get used to it. Take a pat from me buddy.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

😂 it's all about picking your battles, that's the sign of a wise man 🤣

[@vial1sim]

A tip on painting over beautiful, precious and rare wood is to give it a couple of coats of varnish or clear coat before painting. Should you come to your senses and decide to go back to wood. Only joking about you going back but the next custodian might. I did something similar on my old yacht but did the area around the windows.

[@captaincope4303]

Boiled linseed oil is the cat's meow for surface preparation and waterproofing. Just don't leave rags around!

[@Snarkapotamus]

@@captaincope4303 - good advice! Linseed soaked rags have caused many a fire...

[@user-di1hh4qy6r]

lookin good braddah!!!

[@music-man]

Coming along so nicely. Have a happy New years guys all the best. cheers. xx

[@stephenbirch9436]

Well done guy's have a Great New year.

[@robfinney9289]

@4:10 SEAFOAM! Or and eggshell color.

[@earlashton1342]

Think out of the box. Many things come with a whit surface. And maybe insulate also. And maybe a gimble crib.

[@WHEREVER-I-ROAM]

Paint the wall 👌👍new motor, Almost lost it all, BUT NOT NOW new baby + new boat

[@lloydholland6475]

Get a dust extractor it will save your young lungs , great job keep it up

[@tollertollertoller]

There are metered pumps for the West System epoxy which makes mixing go much faster. Accurate, too.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Yes there are, but not in Malaysia. You use what you can find here

[@tollertollertoller]

@@FrothLyfeSailingNandji I get it; use what is available.

[@peterkacandes5905]

Just out of curiosity, did you consider at all maybe just epoxying two stringers to the hull and then fixing the slats to the stringers? That would have also allowed you to use a dedicated insulating material between the hull and the slats. Reason I ask is because I’m wondering that by directly adhering them to the hull, won’t they be difficult to ever remove them? Would it be advantageous to be able to retain direct access to the hull? Doing an interior fresh up on my Islander 36 is one of my winter projects, so I really appreciate learning what other people are doing and why. I’ve already removed the old vinyl headliner and that’s the first thing I need to figure out how I’m going to replace it.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Good question, we did consider but wanted to maximize space, we have limited space as is. Nandji's hull is already thick and being made of wood sandwiched between epoxy, already built well Insulated. When we build stuff on Nandji we make everything a permanent fixture and if we change it in the future, deal with it then. We don't want things to break along the way and install everything as to how we want it for years to come

[@captaincope4303]

I like the dolphin. It wasn't "manky" was it ?

[@lhollybow]

Boat work is moving along , good for you Yosh . but wish Bonita had updated how she is doing with her first pregnancy.

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Bonita is great! Be sure to check out our instagram for lots more pregnancy stuff. @sailing_nandji

[@donburnett8629]

Once epoxy cures are you planning on removing the hammered tacks?

[@latitudeash]

Get a white aspect gloss. 9a hint of white, rather than com-least white gloss)

[@psystealth]

paint job!!

[@gregormiller4037]

Check out Stone Coat Counter Top for some great expoxy ideas:)

[@jonnorousseau3096]

I'd paint it, nothing I hate more than a dark boat. Just my personal taste

[@bluestreak55au]

should always run lining boards horizontal .

[@FrothLyfeSailingNandji]

Why? Your opinion?