Wooden Boat Building, Installing Walnut Floor and Margin Boards, S2-E44

In this episode (S2-E44) of The Art of Boat Building boat builder Bob Emser show how the margin boards fit next to the floorboard in the Haven 12 1/2. Installing the margin boards requires several cardboard templates to be made. In wooden boat building the margin board and floorboards make up the sole of the small yacht. The sole is constructed out black walnut board that require re-sawing and surface planing. Once the boards are fitted a mixture of danish oil is discussed and applied revealing the beauty of the black walnut wood.
NOTE:
I miss spoke in the video referring to boiled linseed oil as being heated. Boiled linseed oil gets it's name from the Medieval era, where linseed oil was boiled with lead oxide to promotes the hardening of the linseed oil by reacting with atmospheric oxygen. Heating shorten its drying time. Today boiled linseed oil isn't actually a heating process, but rather the practice of mixing metallic dryers with the oil to make it dry faster. Raw linseed oil can take anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months to fully dry where as Boiled linseed oil take about 1 day.
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[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

I miss spoke in the video referring to boiled linseed oil as being heated. Boiled linseed oil gets it's name from the Medieval era, where linseed oil was boiled with lead oxide to promotes the hardening of the linseed oil by reacting with atmospheric oxygen. Heating shorten its drying time. Today boiled linseed oil isn't actually a heating process, but rather the practice of mixing metallic dryers with the oil to make it dry faster. Raw linseed oil can take anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months to fully dry where as Boiled linseed oil take about 1 day. Cheers, Bob

[@crustycurmudgeon2182]

Thank you, Bob.

[@lawrenceburchett7411]

When I was sloshing masts on "Drudge Boats " Skipjacks in the Chesapeake we used Boiled Linseed and turps to finish a freshly scraped mast then as we did coats added a bit of varnish to it to harden the surface. This worked well as the mast hoops would scrape the top off but leaving the oil /turps o to penetrate the southern pine/Loblloy masts. We scraped and finish every year so build-up and darkening of the oil was not a problem, and it will darken. Much luck and fair sailing.

[@JoseCastillo-sd2hv]

This is my favorite youtube series.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Jose, Thank you so much! What a hug complement. Bob

[@drop_dtuned6167]

It is my favourite as well.

[@scottsorby7966]

Bob I think its wonderful that your mums job jar for your dad is adding this boats new story in ways that you will always remember when you look at the sole

[@oldmanrunnerrob]

I love (and am stealing) the wax toilet ring idea! I enjoy watching the progress and learning from your videos. Well done and thank you!

[@davidc6510]

WOW Bob! The Danish oil on that walnut floor is drop dead gorgeous!!! You sir have definitely made it beautiful. This episode like the rest was a pleasure to watch. Thanks for sharing!

[@baderal-zaidi2966]

👏👏👏 You never let anyone down. By giving every detail the proper explanation. Each Episode is a new lesson. Thanks 😊 🙏.

[@nonevarda]

Great as ever

[@douglasmoffat6560]

I had commented after your previous video expressing concern about shiny finishes reflecting sunlight blindingly. I should have had more faith in you; the oiled finish you used should be perfect! I’m really impressed with your beautiful, meticulous work. Many thanks!

[@WilliamAlanPhoto]

Things I loved about this episode: The recipe for the cocktail for the finish of the boards. The map to keep track of where the boards belong. All the gorgeous boards in place. (stocking feet only please) Mom's embroidered job jar for Don.

[@garyfairbrother5532]

The care and patience you demonstrate is such an essential element in craftsmanship. I hope the young folks following your build, pick up on that and practice it as well. It took me a long time to realize this so I know. It’s the big difference between a good and a great result.

[@roseroserose588]

Going slowly is incredibly underappreciated, as I have been finding out again as I learn a new craft! As both my dad & grandad used to say: Festina Lente! (Hurry Slowly!)

[@crustycurmudgeon2182]

@@roseroserose588 Always appreciated the wisdom of that!

[@mojo6524]

every time you use the "YANKEE SCREWDRIVER" it reminds me of my dad. It still resides in my toolbox with his BIT & BRACE set.

[@roseroserose588]

That story about the jar was wonderful, it would've been a great shame to lose the needlepoint!

[@chetthejet3896]

In addition to that idea. It is a good idea to use the wax paper and not just a new lid and seal. The lids get glued to the jar if a little of the contains are on the jar. Some times I need to put a glass jar in a vise to get the lid off. The wax paper would prevent that from happening. Maybe your Mom was even smarter than you figured.

[@johnmanning4577]

@@chetthejet3896 Moms are always smarter than you figured.... 8^D

[@nordyfamily]

I love your show. I love your work. I love your shop. I love your music. I wish there was a way to help bump up your subscribers. Keep up the great work.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Wow, thank you!

[@thePronto]

That gorgeous floor reminded me of a teak coffee table (very similar color and oiled finish) my parents bought when I was a kid. My grandfather was a joiner and when he saw it he really admired it. Next time he came over he brought a sheet of plywood to take a trace of the (non rectangular, slightly concave) top and made other notes and measurements. The next time we went to his house there was an exact replica of my parents' coffee table in his living room.

[@cuda7133]

I love the attention to detail and the good explanations for us who don't have as much boat knowledge. Also, skipping ahead when needed is nice. Once you see one board being cut out, I don't want to watch another 20 of the same thing. These are great, relaxing videos for when I want to tune out the world and just watch some quality boatbuilding. Thank you for the content.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Thanks for your kind comment!

[@christophernerney6543]

Floor looks beautiful

[@plakor6133]

Sweet story about the needlepoint. I bet they would really like that boat!

[@whathasxgottodowithit3919.]

Methodical excellence, and discipline at its best.

[@tomtruesdale6901]

That wood looks stunning, love the color of it. Your care for the "job jar" shows your love for both your Mom and Dad. Great job you have done, looking forward to the next video

[@lawrenceburchett7411]

Nice work, lovely boat . In the 70ts I worked on the original Sadie (N.G.Herreschoff's rethinking of Alerion) at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Just as an interesting note in the Chesapeake builders rarely used Black Walnut in boats as it was used to make coffins in those days, a superstitious lot...lol

[@kellyjohansen7705]

Outstanding workmanship and a beautiful result, Bob! You are indeed fortunate to have such a large supply of Black Walnut to work with. It is my favorite wood. Unfortunately it is getting harder and harder to find and more and more expensive.

[@jackdotzman2908]

Really appreciate your explanation of why you painted the inside of the boat. I thought your planking was to beautiful to paint, your explanation really brings home the reason for painting it, the flooring is beautiful, and that is what you see first is the flooring. My gosh you’re building a beautiful boat. Really enjoy watching the boat come together, can’t wait to see it under sail. From Missouri

[@SuperJupiter9]

That walnut is absolutely gorgeous, good choice!

[@_blento_2637]

Pure perfection as usual. Perfect lightning, perfect duration, perfect music, perfect narrative and pharmacy level of cleanses 🤣

[@CorwynGC]

Looks awesome. For the technically curious: 'Boiled' linseed oil is no longer boiled, it has heavy metal driers added instead. If you want really boiled linseed oil look for 'polymerized' linseed oil. Perpetual warning: Oily rags can spontaneously compost, dispose of rags properly (in water, in fire).

[@captainc7123]

Just beautiful

[@richardclark9425]

I made Boat Soup by mixing equal parts Tung Oil, Pine Tar, Turpentine and a couple caps full of Japan Dryer. Smells wonderful. It’s very important to put rags in a bucket or bag of water. Spontaneous combustion does happen when you have oils and solvents mixed and on rags or sponges.

[@beniank9091]

Absolutely beautiful Bob. I think you and I have the same taste in music. I really have enjoyed watching you build the boat. Saturday morning, the Art of Boat Building and coffee fantastic.

[@drop_dtuned6167]

In a reply, you spoke of your preference to let the floors go to grey. That was my question after watching this segment. That would be my preference as well. This is also my favourite KZbin series.

[@mattevans-koch9353]

Thank you again for an enlightening and close look at an artist at work. The walnut looks beautiful, more like a table top than the sole of a small yacht. The sound track reminded me of the days when you went to a dinner club and they had a house band that played soft music while you ate dinner. Take care Bob.

[@chadjohnson4751]

Very informative! Thank you!

[@jimparsons9454]

That pop in the wood is great. Can't wait to see you on the water with her. Cheers!

[@dwaynekoblitz6032]

My father’s name was Don. To say that the sole turned out extremely impressive is almost an understatement. It really pops out!! And looks incredible! Fantastic job. My knees were killing me watching you kneeling on that concrete floor.

[@Rsama60]

That floor looks stunning. When you explained the numbering of the boards the first thing that got in my mind: 5 port, quite some drinks.

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Bob! It's looking amazing! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@clarkkent7999]

Nice work, Bob. Looks great. Love that background music. So mellow and relaxing. Like the way you work. Never hurried - always safe.

[@Edivision]

Master Craftsman. Such a pleasure watching you work on this beautiful vessel.

[@chetthejet3896]

I always have a can of linseed oil around. Works great for wood or metal. You do excellent work Bob. The book idea is like making a music instrument. Looks great!

[@billywhizz6483]

The care and attention to detail here is simply astonishing! Great job!

[@keithbrowning3899]

Stunning, beautiful and all the similar words in the thesaurus. An Easter treat.

[@thomasarussellsr]

What once was a job jar in days of old, is now every man's honey-do list. Great story on the jar, I enjoyed it. The sole looks great, I hope you decide to keep it bright.

[@TheClBlues]

Once again, fantastic episode ! You show why and how, you explain everything, you deserve my biggest THANKS !!!

[@fonhollohan2908]

You surely are a skill artisan my friend. For this being your first sailboat you've done a grand job. looks fantastic Bob..it really does. Those margin boards gave it the perfect finished touch! of beauty. bob.

[@robertbamford8266]

Clever way you used a batten to avoid the problem of fraying:crumbling edges on the template. And I noticed at times you worked from the middle boards out while applying the finish. I sometimes remember to do that - saves clothes and avoids having to clean up so many drips. Thanks for the video!

[@rosiewu-zr1ih]

so beautiful

[@martinjancar7398]

Pure zen to watch you working on this piece of art. Thank you...

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Wow, thank you

[@billlambert2092]

Stunning

[@andrewjohns6823]

Great craftsmanship there

[@tylerl2104]

I can’t think of a better way to start my Saturday. Only wish they came out faster 😉. Great job on all of the videos. It is an amazing project.

[@horatiohornblower868]

She will be the Juwel of the lake, Bob! So nice!

[@markzieg3593]

Awesome episode. Great music accompaniment to the walnut work.

[@gropius6070]

That oiled walnut w/bronze fasteners is too beautiful to be street legal. Good thing it's on a boat!

[@Lanxe]

Those sole boards look fantastic!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

thanks

[@RoyBlumenthal]

Stunning! I love that four-way resaw! Looks amazing! And thanks for the explanation of and recipe for Danish oil.

[@rolliekelly6783]

James Krenov would be proud of you for using the grain as a decorative feature.

[@johnlinehan9053]

The oiled walnut looks awesome.

[@svlamancha9877]

Beautiful work as ever. Loved the overhead shots. 👍

[@aleksander4871]

Wow! The floor looks very nice!

[@Fuhugawagah]

always enjoy your videos bob

[@alexnelson8]

Way cool shot at 6:37 Nice work!

[@DominicGiles]

Beautiful floor.... Great work.

[@davidcatanach2620]

Stunning work, just beautiful

[@gregorystoddard4533]

Looks beautiful, Bob.

[@andrewbench8690]

This series is amazing, and I am pretty envious of both your skills and more importantly your patience. Truly gifts. One quick question, when you put wood. Together, for instance the scarth joints, you use epoxy. Why not waterproof wood glue like tightbond iii? Thank you again, it's amazing

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Andrew, Thanks for your question. I have used Titebond III in several application. Basically if the joint is going to be in a more constant wet environment, like the hull I use epoxy. If not, like interior trim, topside trim, I've used Titebond III. Sometime if I was concerned with the color of the glue joint I might use epoxy with wood flour from the material to thicken and color the glue, also what I'd use to fill imperfection like small knots. Both great glues! Thanks for watching. Cheers, Bob

[@andrewbench8690]

@@TheArtofBoatBuilding thanks so much. Again, great work. Truly impressed!

[@glencrandall7051]

This boat is going to be so beautiful that it should be put on a pedestal and displayed. Well, not really, it has to be used. You mentioned touching up the floor boards a couple of time a season to keep them bright. Would you do both sides? (top/bottom) Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay healthy.

[@chetthejet3896]

Just using a coat of linseed oil wiped on after a little mud and dirt would be easy.

[@remyyamabushi1473]

tres jolie les finitions.

[@knowlesbagwell]

Looks beautiful!!

[@shawnherlihy4934]

Thanks for the materials lesson! Super informative.

[@billmeldrum2509]

Spectacular!

[@daleskidmore1685]

Stunning.

[@mattiasfagerlund]

Looking great!

[@jimjenkins673]

Spectacular.

[@jimmefish6855]

Good Job

[@rick91443]

Thanks; enjoyed watching...rr Normandy, Fra.

[@Akitene]

This deck just looks fantastic. I've searched the "Common Sense of Yacht Design" by Herreshoff, another quite difficult to find book. But I added it on my book search list nevertheless.

[@jessilopes]

Awesome 👏

[@desertpoj]

Just a thought: are you going to add a builder’s plaque? If so could it have a reference to these KZbin videos? I don’t know how long KZbin videos stay on the net, but it would be great if the boat had a tangible link to the your building story.

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Yes, I plan on adding a builders plaque. Great idea to reference the channel. Thanks!

[@borisfennema2396]

Beautiful work as always, and great video and editing work, must take ages to do! I was wondering if there was a means of creating a non slip finish. On regular floorboards have seen people use sand or sugar in the paint, but that would spoil the fine look and not sure how that would work with the Danish oil finish. Perhaps a non slip floor is not needed? All the best Boris

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

As the floorboards weather they will be naturally non slip as in any wooden decked boat. Thanks for watching!

[@garyfroeschner2523]

She sure is a beautiful boat.

[@maknifeandrods7701]

How much water proofing does this real due. This looks like a finish I would like todo for my bamboo fly rods I make.

[@ernestobenfatto8293]

Hello Bob, one question: how do you remove the water that enters under that wooden floor? Thanks for your answer and Congratulations on the work

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Bilge pump, something like this one thebetterboat.com/products/manual-bilge-pump?gclid=CjwKCAjw092IBhAwEiwAxR1lRsIXItN3d2nHV5VXJjms3n5vatymniI8-QmiuXAJ7xfvPpt5puAgoxoC53kQAvD_BwE Thanks for watching. Cheers, Bob

[@urapunkass]

Very nice work!! Do you ever use Flitz to polish the screw heads? And line up the screw slots for to aft? Up close details? Thanks for sharing this build!

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Samuel, Thanks you! I use Mothers Polish for small jobs. I will not polish the screw head as I look forward a natural patina forming. Some may think I'm a perfectionist, however I did not line up the screw slots! Thanks for watching.

[@thomasrice409]

Bob, a few questions about lining-off, although I realize this is not what you are working on at the moment. As I look at the lining-off video, it appears that, except for the wider garboard and broad strake, you divided the planks by equal width starting at the widest mold, and then again on the aft end at mold 22 and then at stern end at mold 4. My question is about mold 4. Why this mold, and not, say, mold 2? And why not at the actually stem? Would this look bad or something. Finally, how did you decide on the width of the garboard and broad strake? Thanks

[@cathykiernan3833]

Before placing the floorboards for the last time, did you treat the screw holes first? Or does the wax suffice?

[@brianwhitehouse8380]

Beautiful as usual. Not sure I get the point/function of the covering boards. Keeping items out of the bilge? I liked the look without them better. Thanks

[@brianwhitehouse8380]

Got it. Thanks.

[@dennisboisen]

Always used raw linseed oil for outdoors, boiled for indoors, UV will harden the raw linseed oil, Boiled sits more on top of the wood, raw will penetrate and thus better outdoor applications. Danish way.

[@chetthejet3896]

"Boiled sits more on top of the wood, raw will penetrate" Not so sure about what you wrote. May be the opposite.

[@dennisboisen]

@@chetthejet3896 no, Boiled linseed oil will create a film on top of the wood, like a varnish. Raw linseed will penetrate the wood, just like any raw oil finish.

[@chetthejet3896]

@@dennisboisen Thank you for your reply, I use the boiled and it works fine. I learned something new, I use it on small projects but not boat building.

[@graemelliott4215]

wood looks like chocolate!

[@richardbohlingsr3490]

That sole looks beautiful and should be comfortable to stand on in bare feet.

[@jameswiese6492]

Good morning, liking good.

[@TermiteUSA]

I love walnut but I have honestly never heard of it being used in a boat.

[@mariosampaio108]

how do you get water debris or rubish out from underneath the floor boards? shouldnt there be a few removable boards to facilitate regular cleaning/inspection? or am i missing something?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Hi Mario, There is a hatchway on both the Port and Starboard side of the centerboard trunk. It can be easily seen at 24:40 in the video. Thanks for watching! Cheers,

[@PaulDeCamp]

How do flat margin boards rest on the curvature of the frames, however so slight? Don't they need to be rounded slightly on the downside face?

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

Great question Paul. The frames at the point the margin board lay are nearly flat. The boards do bend slightly longitudinally. You can see me press down on the center as I'm fitting them in. Thanks for watching! Cheers,

[@scw8165]

Can you please share the link for the yankee push screwdriver that you recommend? Thanks

[@TheArtofBoatBuilding]

I don't have a link for you. Stanley discontinued production of all Yankee tools around 2005. I found mine on Ebay several years ago. That's where I would suggest you start your search. Cheers, Bob

[@scw8165]

Ok thanks Bob, I enjoy the videos!

[@TrapShooter68]

Why is turpentine misspelled on the can?

[@johnlastname2397]

man you have to get one of those floors that are not so close to the ground.

[@osu3221]

Hot hot hot to the feet.

[@daviddickmeyer5231]

It sure looks great but you may hate yourself for using such a dark wood. The sun is going to heat that up and ouch, my feet!😆

[@samuelspade889]

I thought it was spelled turpentine... not turpatine

[@Nickle314]

As a child I can remember people using kerosene to kill lice in children's hair. The kerosene kills off the eggs as well as the nits.

[@M12Howitzer]

In metric system you don't say 2.85cm, you say 28mm. It is that simple ;) Noone's got to grasp concepts like 11/32s )))) Cmon, USA, just go metric as the entire World - it is much much simpler and clearer!

[@mikewood69]

Like your channel, hate the music