Sand hull or build deck as next step?

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After an interruption of construction on a Chesapeake 17LT, I am finally able to resume construction.

To date, I have basically completed the hull.  The next step of construction is the building of the deck.  But, my understanding is that I could also start sanding the hull prior to doing the deck.

So my question is...which would make the most sense to do next - start building the decking or start sanding the hull?

Thanks in advance!

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If you're going to sand inside, it's much easier to do so before the deck is on. Same thing applies to invisble footbrace mounts.

Otherwise, the hull/deck together are much stronger and can handle the stresses of sanding better than just the hull alone.

Laszlo

 

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Thanks for that input, I think I'll sand and paint the interior next, then lay on the decking.

 

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