How thick can you get StarBoard?
1-1/2”
– Sheet size: 48” x 96” available in 1-1/2” thick ONLY. King StarBoard® is the original marine-grade polymer and the industry standard. It is the product of a proprietary process called K-Stran™, the most advanced manufacturing process available for producing consistently flat continuous sheets.
How much does King StarBoard cost?
King Starboard Quick Overview Price List
| King Starboard Price List (Effective 11/01/1013) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size (Thickness) | Sheet 54″x96″ (36 Sq. Ft.) | Half-Sheet 54″x48″ (18 Sq. Ft.) |
| 1/4″ | $150 | $86.00 |
| 3/8″ | $226.00 | $129.00 |
| 1/2″ | $301.00 | $172.00 |
How strong is king StarBoard?
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| Properties | Units | Nominal Values |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength @ Yield | psi | >4,100 |
| Tensile Modulus | psi | 255,000 |
| Elongation @ Break | % | >600 |
| Elongation @ Yield | % | 9.8 |
Is HDPE the same as StarBoard?
Marine grade HDPE is also commonly referred to as SEABOARD, STARBOARD, star board, marine lumber, marine plywood, and design board.
Can you paint StarBoard?
Because King StarBoard® sheet products are designed to resist water and grime, they cannot be painted and the use of adhesives is not recommended.
Is StarBoard Food Safe?
Is StarBoard food safe? Yes, all StarBoard-branded plastics have been environmentally stabilized and have received FDA approval. This means that they are good choices for outdoor food preparation zones such as fish cleaning stations and flybridge mini-galleys.
Is StarBoard heavier than plywood?
Starboard is about the same weight as wood. It has been around for a while. Most new boat builders use it. Weight difference is not enough to use more fuel.
Can you sand StarBoard?
The edge of StarBoard can be sanded with an orbital sander or hand sander to help smooth out a jagged edge. We DO NOT recommend sanding the surface of StarBoard! Finishing the edges of StarBoard with a router is easy and can be achieved by using a standard roundover bit.
Why is StarBoard called StarBoard?
Most sailors were right handed, so the steering oar was placed over or through the right side of the stern . Sailors began calling the right side the steering side, which soon became “starboard” by combining two Old English words: stéor (meaning “steer”) and bord (meaning “the side of a boat”).