View previous topic :: View next topic |
Author |
Message |
Doryman
Joined: 03 Oct 2006 Posts: 3807 City/Region: Anacortes
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2006
C-Dory Model: 255 Tomcat
Vessel Name: Lori Ann
Photos: Lori Ann
|
Posted: Sun Oct 18, 2009 1:02 am Post subject: Louvered cabinet doors? |
|
|
I fight an ongoing battle with mildew in my Tom Cat, particularly under the sink. I am contemplating installing one of those Nicro solar vents, but I am also considering installing louvers in the cabinet doors. The only Brat that has done this, AFAIK, is TyBoo on his CruiseShip. What is the wisdom of the collective regarding this mod?
Thanks,
Warren _________________ Doryman
M/V Lori Ann
TomCat 255, Hull #55, 150 Yamahas
Anacortes, WA
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
TyBoo
Joined: 23 Oct 2003 Posts: 5315 City/Region: Warrenton
State or Province: OR
C-Dory Year: 1996
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruise Ship
Vessel Name: TyBoo
Photos: TyBoo
|
Posted: Sun Oct 18, 2009 1:31 am Post subject: |
|
|
There wasn't any wisdom involved. I found that door along with some matching drawers for cheap at Pacific Marine in B'ham. I wanted a door to access the underside of the rear dinette seat so I could get to the valve to switch water tanks easily. As an afterthought, I put a second fire extinguisher behind the door because there was room and it is quick access. To tell you the truth, I probably would have put that door in even if there wasn't a good reason because it looks cool.
I really don't think the vented doors will do anything to alleviate the moisture under the sink unless the airflow from the vent fan is somehow drawn through the offending space.
My worst spot for mildew is in the head compartment. I keep the small window in there cracked and it slows it down some, but it still grows. The good part about it being in there is that I can use a spray bottle of bathroom bleach cleaner and hose it down afterward. There is a hand operated diaphragm pump in there to drain it. Not so handy to do in other spots.
I have also taken to keeping one of those plastic jars of wetted wipes (Lysol brand - I get 'em at Costco in a three pack) in the boat. I use the things to wipe any places that are showing some color and they get it real clean real quick. They are disinfectant wipes and there's a good amount of alcohol in them, so the spot you use them on dries quick and clean. They're great for the table, counter, and walls. They won't really help curb the mildew, but they are a good weapon in the ongoing battle. _________________ TyBoo Mike
Sold: 1996 25' Cruise Ship
Sold: 1987 22' Cruiser |
|
Back to top |
|
|
thataway
Joined: 02 Nov 2003 Posts: 20866 City/Region: Pensacola
State or Province: FL
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: thataway
Photos: Thataway
|
Posted: Sun Oct 18, 2009 7:25 pm Post subject: |
|
|
I don't see any negative on using louvered doors. They might be slighly heavier--but you would have to weigh them to find out.
I really don't know about the mildew problem--but leaving the doors open will accomplish the same thing. _________________ Bob Austin
Thataway
Thataway (Ex Seaweed) 2007 25 C Dory May 2018 to Oct. 2021
Thisaway 2006 22' CDory November 2011 to May 2018
Caracal 18 140 Suzuki 2007 to present
Thataway TomCat 255 150 Suzukis June 2006 thru August 2011
C Pelican; 1992, 22 Cruiser, 2002 thru 2006
Frequent Sea; 2003 C D 25, 2007 thru 2009
KA6PKB
Home port: Pensacola FL |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Doryman
Joined: 03 Oct 2006 Posts: 3807 City/Region: Anacortes
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2006
C-Dory Model: 255 Tomcat
Vessel Name: Lori Ann
Photos: Lori Ann
|
Posted: Sun Oct 18, 2009 7:34 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Thanks. Sounds like the critical factor is getting the air moving, rather than just providing paths for it to flow.
Warren |
|
Back to top |
|
|
Adeline
Joined: 03 Nov 2003 Posts: 985 City/Region: Vancouver
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 1989
C-Dory Model: 22 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Adeline
Photos: Adeline
|
Posted: Sun Oct 18, 2009 8:51 pm Post subject: |
|
|
When I installed my Wallas Scan suggested additional ventilation. I opted for a minimalist approach...
This small louvered panel was a nice fit behind the helm seat. West Marine. _________________ Pete
|
|
Back to top |
|
|
breausaw
Joined: 18 Jan 2006 Posts: 1222 City/Region: Anchorage
State or Province: AK
C-Dory Year: 2007
C-Dory Model: 25 Cruiser
Vessel Name: Triple J
Photos: Triple J
|
Posted: Tue Mar 02, 2010 8:02 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Was looking through old posts and ran across this thread, what a great idea. But instead of louvers why not consider using stainless mesh. You could cut round holes, square holes, oblong holes, or whatever; cut the mesh to fit inside and fur it out.
Lots of different choices here: http://www.twpinc.com/ _________________ Jay
2007 22ft C-Dory Triple J 2007-2012
2007 25ft C-Dory Triple J 2012-2018
Boatless for now but looking |
|
Back to top |
|
|
rogerbum
Joined: 21 Nov 2004 Posts: 5922 City/Region: Kenmore
State or Province: WA
C-Dory Year: 2008
C-Dory Model: 255 Tomcat
Vessel Name: Meant to be
Photos: SeaDNA
|
Posted: Wed Mar 03, 2010 9:06 am Post subject: |
|
|
breausaw wrote: | Was looking through old posts and ran across this thread, what a great idea. But instead of louvers why not consider using stainless mesh. You could cut round holes, square holes, oblong holes, or whatever; cut the mesh to fit inside and fur it out.
Lots of different choices here: http://www.twpinc.com/ |
I like the mesh idea. They even have some in stainless and it's good looking. Thanks for the link. _________________ Roger on Meant to be |
|
Back to top |
|
|
|