How Do You Pine Tar A Boat?
Using pine tar, or Stockholm tar, as it’s more commonly known, for caulking your boat can be tricky and time-consuming. What’s more, not only is the process messy, so is the finished product–if you don’t get it right. People sometimes wind up with a puddle of tar at the center of the hull at the first hint of warm weather, which means you’ll spring leaks. Still, the value of restoring your boat will probably outweigh any such considerations. And if you do get it right, you will be well-pleased with the results. Make two batches of Stockholm tar. Mix the first batch with greater turpentine; in the second batch, mix gum turpentine, boiled linseed oil, Japan drier and oakum. Sand the portions of the vessel that you wish to tar. Remove existing paint and caulking for a smooth, even finish. Use a putty knife to cut out any existing paint and caulking between the planks, particularly if they’re badly deteriorated. Then brush away debris with a small paint brush. Wash down the vessel inside
