All our boat decking panels are  high quality products; a result of years of experience in boat carpentry and woodwork. Our suppliers constantly invest in product development and product improvement.  By visiting the DEK-KING Products Page you will notice that we have an extensive range of decking profile to suite every boat decking installation.

We test our profiles to ensure the meet our stringent quality standards and we never promote new products before they have been proven to take the toughest test by Mother Nature and of course the demand of all our valued customers.

Our prefabricated boat decking system was developed for production boat builders but it has also great advantages for private customers and professional installers. DEK-KING is a synthetic teak panel and it is made of composite materials. All our materials are 100% recyclable.

In a recent boat show we attended we placed a real wood teak panel and a boat decking panel made out of our material. We challenged our visitors to select identify which panel was wood and which panel was made out of synthetic decking material. They were even allowed to touch the surface of both panels. Everyone agreed that the two panels looked and felt the same.

DEK-KING is sold in 10 metre lengths (rolls)  to boat manufacturers, boat yards or to the yacht owners.

We also offer the prefabrication service of the panels from a template which customer send us, but this depends on the load we have at the time of  your order or your location. If you are interested in the product but would like to do the templating and installation yourself, we would like to invite you to visit the Boat Decking installation page.

We take pride in knowing that we provide the all around highest quality product in the synthetic teak industry. We know that you have a choice when it comes to selecting a product for your boat, and being able to work with a product that was built by boat enthusiasts and experts alike, you’ll receive top-notch integrity and quality to our product.

• Maintenance Free. No Curing, Sealing, or Oiling!

• Non-Slip

• Doesn’t Grey, Blemish, or Fade Over Time

• Won’t Stain – A Quick Rinse and You’re Set!

• 5 year Product Guarantee

• Has Withstood the Wear and Tear of Cruise Boats in the Scorching Middle East for Eight Years with no Blemishes, Fading, or Bubbling.

• Easy to Install – Do it Yourself, Pre-Fabricated Mats or Full Service Install!

As synthetic teak decking for boats is becoming more and more recognized throughout the boating community, it is important that we remain a cut above the rest. The Dek-King product is like no other. It gives a look and feel that simply cannot be duplicated.

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With less than two weeks away from the start of the Rolex Middle Sea Race, the entry list has just topped the 90th boat, registered during the weekend at the Royal Malta Yacht Club.

Excitement is running high as this record fleet will include at least 17 countries which will be joining the seven-boat Malta fleet for the Mediterranean classic race starting from Grand Harbour on October 20. As usual, the largest contingent is from Italy with 29 boats of all shapes and sizes, with the next big group of 13 boats coming, quite unexpectedly, from Russia followed closely by 12 UK boats.

This record edition should produce a gruelling challenge, considering also the strong German force of seven boats while next in line are five Austrian boats, four from Croatia, three Czechs, two Irish and a single representation from France, Monaco, South Africa, Switzerland, Greece, Gibraltar, Ukraine and Spain.

The regatta unites a variety of world classic yachts, particularly this year with a strong fleet of five maxis, another milestone in the decade-long history since the first involvement of Rolex as main the race’s sponsors. Maxi yachts are breathtaking in action. Their big size alone is impressive and with their state-of-the-art technology they sail with effortless elegance at times faster than the wind.

Indeed, the Rolex MSR has become more than just a race, it is now an icon among sporting challenges attracting also other big boats that range from 19m to over 21m. First-rate sailors gather on our captivating island this month to race with their big, medium and small boats – all have keen rivalry between their spirited crews to master this famous challenge and achieve the ultimate goal.

If ever there was a race course that linked the past with the present, myth with historical fact, natural beautiful harbours with man-made wonders, the Rolex MSR, starting in Valletta, would be it.

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The Rolex Middle Sea Race is a highly rated offshore classic, often mentioned in the same breath as the Rolex Fastnet, The Rolex Sydney - Hobart and Newport-Bermuda as a "must do" race. The Royal Malta Yacht Club and the Royal Ocean Racing Club co-founded the race in 1968 and 2010 will be the 31st Edition. Save for a break between 1984 and 1995 the event has been run annually attracting 25 -30 yachts. In recent years, the number of entries has rissen sharply to 78 boats thanks to a new Organising Committee who managed to bring Rolex on board as title sponsor for the Middle Sea Race.

The race is a true challenge to skippers and crews who have to be at their very best to cope with the often changeable and demanding conditions. Equally, the race is blessed with unsurpassed scenery with its course, taking competitors close to a number of islands, which form marks of the course. Ted Turner described the MSR as "the most beautiful race course in the world".

Apart from Turner, famous competitors have included Eric Tabarly, Cino Ricci, Herbert von Karajan, Jim Dolan, Sir Chay Blyth and Sir Francis Chichester (fresh from his round the world adventure). High profile boats from the world's top designers take part, most in pursuit of line honours and the record - competing yachts include the extreme Open 60s, Riviera di Rimini and Shining; the maxis, Mistress Quickly, Zephyrus IV and Sagamore; and the pocket rockets such as the 41-foot J-125 Strait Dealer and the DK46, Fidessa Fastwave.

In 2006, Mike Sanderson and Seb Josse on board ABN Amro, winner of the Volvo Ocean Race, the super Maxis; Alfa Romeo and Maximus and the 2006 Rolex Middle Sea Race overall winner, Hasso Platner on board his MaxZ86, Morning Glory.

George David on board Rambler (ex Alfa Romeo) managed a new course record in 2007 and in 2008, Thierry Bouchard on Spirit of Ad Hoc won the Rolex Middle Sea Race on board a Beneteau 40.7 and ALegre claimed line honours.

In 2009, Andres Soriano on board Alegre re visited Malta for the second time in a row and claimed overall handicap in IRC.  Line honours went to Mike Slade on board his super maxi "Icap Leopard".

2010 saw the maxi yacht "Esimit Europa" take line honours over "Icap Leopard" whilst the IRC Overall when to "Lucky" from the USA.

The largest number of entries was 78 established in 2008.

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Les lattes de Teck synthétique s'adaptent et se façonnent comme le bois pour réaliser les plages arrieres, passe-avant, ponts, cockpits...

Le design du pont en teck traditionnel, tant apprécié des navigateurs, est alors respecté; et toute les élégances du dessin d'assemblage, des lignes de contour d'éléments, courbes de proue ou marches de pont sont exécutées. Afin de répondre aux problèmes en relation avec le Teck de Birmanie qui est le seul à résister sur les ponts de bateaux et dans les environnements extérieurs humides, telle que Piscines et autres.

Nous développons, vendons et installons une gamme de produits innovants ressemblant au Teck de façon étonnante. Il s'agit de lattes en teck synthétique à base deplastiques recyclés ( PVC et autres composants ) qui imitent le bois de teck naturel et le teck de Birmanie en particulier. Le revetement de pont synthetique, résistant aux UV, bénéficie d'une surface au contact très agréable et anti-dérapantes.
Le PVC au pigment brun et joints encastrés, noir ou blanc suivant la commande, est totalement convaincant.

Le teck synthetique est également disponible avec des joints blancs, en exterieur ou interieur. Ici dans la cuisine il apporte une bonne luminosité et une facilité d'entretien. Les avantages d'un teck synthétique sont que les lames synthétiques sont insensibles aux agents extérieurs et n'ont pas les problèmes du bois : à savoir, sans noeuds, sans champignons, sans défauts, et sans echardes.

par ailleurs notre gamme de matériaux teck synthétique :
- a un aspect remarquable, un Look Bluffant comme sur les Yachts
- tout en étant économique, ils permettent de recouvrir des surfaces sans jour entre les lames, sans lambourdes,
- des revêtements de sols continus en surface flush
- ne nécessite pas de produits d' entretien, ni d'huiles spéciales comme pour le teck
- n'ont pas bsoin de protection
- se lave au " karcher " quand ne le faites surtout pas sur du bois!
- ne perd pas sa couleur et n'est pas grisâtre comme le teck
- a des qualités antidérapantes bien meilleures que celles du bois naturel ( même si le sol a de l'eau salée )
- nos teck synthetiques se posent d'autre part assez facilement : les lattes se coupent au cutter et on les colle.

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Zodiac has worked with renowned Italian designer Vittorio Garroni to produce the N-Zo 600 which brings a fresh approach to modern RIB technology and it’s well worth a visit to stand DO25 to view this fast and extremely comfortable RIB. The Medline 540 accommodates a single outboard engine up to a maximum 100hp located in a separate engine well surrounded by a teak decked bathing platform. Considerable thought has gone into the ease of launch from a trailer, keeping weight to a minimum without compromise to the strength and longevity of the boat.

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DEK-KING® est une excellente alternative aux revêtements de ponts traditionnels en bois que tout le monde connaît et aime. Mais le bois a besoin de beaucoup d'amour, de soin et d'attention d’une année sur l’autre ce qui signifie moins de temps pour la navigation.

Contrairement au bois, DEK-KING® ne change pas d'aspect au fil du temps. Il est facile d’entretien et conserve son aspect malgré les intempéries et la lumière du soleil.

DEK-KING® convient aussi-bien pour les constructeurs de bateaux que pour les particulier. DEK-KING® est fourni en bandes de 2.25m ou 10m facilement ajustables pour une installation extrêmement facile.

DEK-KING® est devenu très rapidement le revêtement de pont incontournable pour les yachts, les bateau à moteur et les petits bateaux. Avec son poids modéré, c'est le revêtement de choix pour les multicoques.

Avec de nombreuses années d'expérience et beaucoup de tests en milieu marin, Le système DEK-KING® de Wilks est probablement le plus sûr et le moins cher et le plus facile d'entretien du marché.

DEK-KING® est une excellente alternative au bois traditionnel. Cette finition contemporaine donnera à n'importe quel jardin une touche classe pour l’été. Une de ses qualités uniques est sa surface antidérapante qui place le DEK-KING parmi les surfaces extérieures les plus sécurisantes du marché.

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Teck Synthetique pour ponts de bateaux piscines, bateaux et dans les environnements extérieurs, telle que Piscines et autres ...

Il s'agit de lattes en teck synthétique à base deplastiques recyclés ( PVC et autres composants ) qui imitent le bois de teck naturel et le teck.

Les avantages d'un teck synthétique sont que les lames synthétiques sont insensibles aux agents extérieurs et n'ont pas les problèmes du bois : à savoir, sans noeuds, sans champignons, sans défauts, et sans echardes.

Par ailleurs notre gamme de matériaux teck synthétique :
- a un aspect remarquable, un Look Bluffant comme sur les Yachts
- tout en étant économique, ils permettent de recouvrir des surfaces sans jour entre les lames, sans lambourdes,
- des revêtements de sols continus en surface flush
- ne nécessite pas de produits d' entretien, ni d'huiles spéciales comme pour le teck
- n'ont pas bsoin de protection
- se lave au " karcher " quand ne le faites surtout pas sur du bois!
- ne perd pas sa couleur et n'est pas grisâtre comme le teck
- a des qualités antidérapantes bien meilleures que celles du bois naturel ( même si le sol a de l'eau salée )
- nos teck synthetiques se posent d'autre part assez facilement : les lattes se coupent au cutter et on les colle.

Teck synthetique pour bateaux, piscines, balcons, terrasses, d'une façon générale pour le revetement de sols en extérieur...

Notre imitation Teck synthetique pour ponts de bateaux marque enregistrée DEK-KING® se transporte facilement sous forme de rouleaux, d'où des coûts réduits dans le transport de nos produits.

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Today's boats utilise many advanced modern materials. Carbon fibre and GRP provide structural strength, Kevlar in our ropes and sails give us higher breaking strains and greater product life while stainless steel has made rust a thing of the past. Now it's the turn of decking to be treated to a modern, high-tech upgrade.

Dek-King Synthetic Boat Decking is a superb alternative to wooden decking that can be applied to almost any surface including GRP, steel and timber. Its flexible composite structure makes it impressively non-slip and this feature continues even when the deck is running in salt water.

Ideal for either DIY or boat builders, Dek-King is supplied in easy to handle welded sheets. A craft knife and adhesive spreader are the only other tools required for the installation of our Synthetic Boat Decking.

Its unique dovetailed under structure creates both an adhesive bond and equally importantly a mechanical bond once the glue has cured. This “locking” of the adhesive insures that the Dek-King  remains firmly fixed down for life, yet still allows the boat to flex naturally.

Synthetic Boat Decking

DEK-KING, while almost indistinguishable from its traditional timber forerunner, features the kind of benefits that sophisticated scientific and production technology can provide. The colour fast pigmenting and in-built 'graining' are totally convincing. Each profile incorporates a 'caulking edge and the end result will look simply awesome.

The average handyman will be fully able to install completed panels. For those wishing to be more involved a simple craft knife is all that is required to cut your own shapes from pre- welded sheets

Application: Lay the Dek-King  panel in place. Spread the adhesive (just like tiling) with a notched spreader. Lay the pre-cut joined decking back down, firming down as you go.

Durability: Unlike wood, Dek-king requires no further oiling, varnishing, sanding or scraping. Cleaning is simple and can be achieved using adhesive removal wipes.

Life: Dek-King is fully UV stabilised and since it is coloured throughout its thickness will retain its classic appearance for many, many years.

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Many of our customers settle for DEK-KING PVC decking because our material is very easy to install. Not to mention that out material keeps it looks and does not fade of change colour by time. Some material on the market tend to change their colour to a greenish tint. This happens mainly due to inferior raw materials used in the manufacturing process.

Each Boat project breaks down into four main steps:

1) Making the template

2) Rough-cutting and gluing the PVC teak strips together to form large panels

3) Cutting to size and attaching borders around the edges of those panels and guiling them together.

4) Gluing the mat down on the boat with our specially formulated bottom decking adhesive.

To perform the job in reality all you require is a utility knife, but it helps if you have other tools like a mitre cutters to cut andles easily and quickly.

For templating, one can either use cardboard or thick plastic sheets.

This is very imprortant - the finished job depends entirely on how accurately the template is transferred to the material and how precisely it iscut and glued. A strong, solid working surface and good light are imperative.

Rough cut the strips of planking a bit longer than needed. To ensure all panel seams are perfectly straight, work against a straight piece of wood screwed to the bench, and screw the first plank down outside the area that will become the deck.

Run a line of  Stelmax adhesive down the top inside edge of the tongue, and then draw the groove of the next plank into the tongue—gluing only the top of each tongue. The glue sets in just a minute or two.

From the pencil line on the template, add whatever additional width the template calls for and mark the outside dimensions of the finished panel. Subtract from that the width of the border strip to determine where the main panel must be cut.

Mark the centerline of the template and also a corresponding line on the teak deck panel, cut small diamond-shaped windows in the template to align the two, and tape the template down with the same half-moon cuts used aboard the boat. Cut through the template and about two-thirds through the synthetic teak, and tape the template back together after each cut, again to maintain the integrity of the template.

Remove the template, finish the cut, and clean edges with a small block plane.  Move your body, not your hand. You’ll get more control and smoother cuts by doing so.  Never use a straightedge for long cuts as the blade invariably wanders, unnoticed.  Also make sure to keep the knife blade exactly vertical so joints fit tightly and nicely without any harline gaps.

Borders (Product name - WDK102) are one teak plank and one seam wide, glued around the perimeter of the deck and typically along both edges of hatches. The work seems simple, but cutting and fitting borders, particularly at corners, takes time and patience.

Cut the finished-panel corners and trim the edges with a block plane and 40-grit sandpaper, and sand imperfections in seams, always with the grain no against.

Before gluing the panels to boat decks you must clean the deck and the panel backs with denatured alcohol. Dry-fit and precisely mark panel edges. Tape off small sections three foot squares are ideal. Squeeze adhesive out of the tube and spread the glue with an adhesive spreader. Pull the tape, set the panel in place and check the marks, then carefully roll all air pockets out with a flooring roller, working from the center toward the edges. Glue the next section before the first section dries.

The overriding concern is air pockets either where trapped air isn’t rolled out, glue isn’t spread evenly, or pressure from a knee or elbow squeezes glue thin in one spot. The result of any of the three is a raised bubble in the deck that will require time consuming repairs. Knee pads and thick pieces of "closed cell" foam spread the load while working. Please note that the adhesive cures completely after 60 hours.

You can Gallon water jugs and plywood or pieces of lead or steel to weight the corners and edges until glue sets. Clean excess adhesive with denatured alcohol and a ready supply of small rags which you can throw away after use.

All it takes to maintain that freshly laid synthetic teak is soap and water when washing the boat, and an occasional good scrubbing or even powerwashing.

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Many cruisers and yachts will be on display at the PSP Southampton Boat show this week.

Some of the best boats on the market will be on show at purpose-built marinas as the latest must-have toys of the super-rich arrive in town.

Among the yachts on show will be Fairline's £1million+  Squadron 60, a true style icon which boasts an entertainment area with griddle, fridge, sink and icemaker, sunbeds with non-absorbent foam-filled cushions and an iPod dock with waterproof speakers.

The master and guest cabins have teak floors, flat screen TVs, Venetian blinds, and silent-flush freshwater toilets for those that desire that sort of thing.

And there is a submersible bathing platform so you can take a cooling dip without even leaving the comfort of the yacht.

True sun-worshippers might prefer to splash out on a Fairline Targa 62 Gran Tourismo, with its lavish open cockpit with bar and luxuriously large sunpad – making it perfect for days with the family or evening cocktail parties with friends. The Fairline also has a garage which houses a Williams 325 jet tender.

The show  runs from 14 – 23 September, and features more than 2km of pontoons and 1,000 boats.

Some of the boats on show:

Williams & Smithells Allures 45: The water cruising yacht is specifically designed for long distance sailing and features a lifting keel, with a rounded aluminium hull for fast, yet safe cruising. The Allures 45 is fitted with an advance technology steering system and the yacht’s interior is perfectly suited to life at sea and is available in three models - each version can be customised to meet individual requirements.

Fairline Targa 62GT: The powerful sports cruiser is the largest Targa in the range and is perfect for sun-worshippers and those wanting spacious and sociable entertainment areas. The 62GT has a gorgeous open cockpit with bar and a luxuriously large sunpad – making it perfect for enjoying days with the family or evening cocktail parties with friends. The Targa 62GT has a garage which perfectly houses a Williams 325 jet tender and features a hydraulic hi-lo platform, which is a first for the Targa range. Price: £892,300

New Princess 56: The new Princess 56 perfectly combines a spacious and exquisitely appointed interior with an exhilarating performance and highly sociable exterior deck layout. The expansive cockpit features a teak dining table and generous seating and teak-laid steps either side lead to the bathing platform which can be fitted with an optional hydraulic raise/lower mechanism to ensure easy stowage, launch and recovery of a tender. For panoramic views, dining can also be enjoyed on the spacious flybridge where further seating surrounds a second al fresco dining table which is serviced via the large wetbar complete with sink, refrigeration and electric barbecue. Sight lines from the upper helm are exceptional and controls mirror those of the lower station. Twin helm seats are complemented by a versatile ‘L’ shaped companion seat to starboard which can also be easily converted into a sun bed. Price TBC

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