Question on type of wood for trailer fender

[Canman_83]

Going to replace the wood and carpet on my trailer fenders. If I use an epoxy to waterproof the wood should I buy treated or regular plywood? Thanks

[Smallie_Hawgin]

I would suggest 1/4" HDPE plastic instead. Never have to worry about rot. Most decent bigger hardware outfits have sheets available in at least black or white. It's easy to work with using conventional woodworking tools too.

[rexico]

Going to replace the wood and carpet on my trailer fenders. If I use an epoxy to waterproof the wood should I buy treated or regular plywood? Thanks

Marine board is the only way to go. It the plastic stuff a cutting board is made of. Same tools as working with wood. When they find your trailer in a couple of thousand years, all they will be able recognize, will be the fender boards. Google marine board, there are several places on line. I would recommend 1/2"

[Generator]

I would suggest 1/4" HDPE plastic instead. Never have to worry about rot. Most decent bigger hardware outfits have sheets available in at least black or white. It's easy to work with using conventional woodworking tools too.

I will have to second the HDPE plastic. Very easy to work with and it’s already black. You will be able to glue the carpet too the side facing the boat then put stainless staples on the back side to ensure a nice wrinkle free finish. When you bolt it on or rivet the board to the fender there is no chance of them loosening up and scratching the boat like wood can do. They make it in 1/4” and 3/8” both. I’ve done many fenders for people and have yet to have a problem.

[crank68]

Starboard for me and I did not put carpet back on….the starboard won’t scratch your boat.

[mikesxpress]

Starboard for me and I did not put carpet back on….the starboard won’t scratch your boat.

[jerzia]

Starboard for me and I did not put carpet back on….the starboard won’t scratch your boat.

100%! It should be standard on all trailers.