[Rhodes22-list] Galley counter top question

Wed Oct 8 00:06:20 EDT 2014

Thanks for all that reply to my question.  The ideas give me a whole new direction.

Thanks,
Chuy

---- The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org> wrote: 
> One other thing, for the countertop I just used regular post-formed MDF
> counter top that I got from the scrap bin for about $10 at a lumber store.
> To make it fit I cut off the rounded front of the counter and attached a
> piece of teak. A better way to make it would be to attach the teak edge to a
> piece of MDF first and then glue down a piece of Formica or similar counter
> material and then round over the top edge with a router. This approach
> exposes the teak, covers the join between the teak trim and the edge and the
> MDF so there is no visible crack. I did this with the bulkhead exposed edges
> and it looks great.
> 
> Next time I will coat the edges and underside with epoxy. It held up fine
> but the epoxy would no doubt be a reasonable enhancement. Installing the
> bulkhead for the locker also provided an end wall to hang the countertop.
> With the small sink I found that no other support/divider was necessary.
> Also, for a cooler, I used a large plastic Coleman cooler (24x14x14) that
> fit perfectly in front of the locker and under the companion way. I attached
> strips of teak with hot glue to the top to protect the cooler from foot
> traffic as it became a perfect step when entering the cabin. This gave me a
> large cooler than what would fit under the counter, freed up a lot of space
> under the counter and made a convenient step down into the cabin and cost
> only the price of the cooler. I have attached a picture of the cooler. Much
> to my surprise the teak steps have remained attached now for about 20 years.
> 
> Graham Stewart
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org
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> Sent: October-07-14 3:52 PM
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> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Galley counter top question
> 
> Something you might want to consider when you install your new galley is to
> include a small hanging open locker. I made one by installing a bulkhead aft
> of the new galley by the companion way by making a new bulkhead and then
> installing a short closet rod. The locker was only about 8" wide and we
> found the remaining counter area quite adequate.
> The locker was well worth the loss of  8" in the galley. It was adequate to
> hang our foul weather gear and a few "go-out-to-dinner-clothes". The foul
> weather gear was where you wanted it when you needed it and had a place to
> dry out afterwards while and the good clothes, which were in a garment bag,
> stayed presentable. 
> 
> Sorry , I don't have a picture as my boat is currently gutted but when I
> rebuild I will definitely install the locker again
> 
> Graham Stewart
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org
> [mailto:rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org] On Behalf Of The Rhodes 22 Email
> List
> Sent: October-07-14 11:45 AM
> To: The Rhodes 22 Email List
> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Galley counter top question
> 
> Chuy,
> I keep archives of previously posted photos.  Here are several, in no
> particular order.  Not sure which belongs to whom, but hope these help. -
> rob
> 
> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20121005/b32f9e1
> 2/attachment.jpg
> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20121005/b32f9e1
> 2/attachment-0001.jpg
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> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20110810/04d4700
> d/attachment.jpg
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> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20080308/63aa2a6
> b/attachment-0001.jpg
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> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20070515/ed23866
> b/attachment-0001.jpg
> http://www.rhodes22.org/pipermail/rhodes22-list/attachments/20070515/ed23866
> b/attachment.jpg
> 
> 
> 
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> Sent: Tuesday, October 07, 2014 11:04 AM
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> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Galley counter top question
> 
> Thanks, those are some of my concerns.  When I acquired the boat the
> previous owners had taken out the galley and only a few parts were left.  I
> have been trying to figure out the layout but it has been difficult.  I have
> done the stringers and the floor and now I am in the process of installing
> the counter top.  I have been searching for layout pictures on the internet
> and have found a few with good detail.  I did get the starboard at a great
> price but weight is an issue.  I am trying to figure out if I should use a
> frame or not. I have no idea how the original was setup.
> 
> If anyone has pictures of their galley, especially with some detail, that
> would make the job easier.  I am in Arizona and to find a Rhodes floating
> around is not going to happen.
> 
> Thanks,
> Chuy
>  
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