Dekksmaterialets

Dekksmaterialets is a Swedish genitive form used to refer to the material of a ship’s deck. The base noun dekksmaterialet means deck material, and the form with -ets denotes possession, as in “dekksmaterialets egenskaper” (the properties of the deck material). The term appears in maritime technical writing, procurement documents, and construction drawings where the deck’s composition is specified.

In Swedish nautical and shipbuilding terminology, dekksmaterialet encompasses everything used to construct or cover a deck, including structural substrates, deck planking, coatings, and non-slip surfaces. Traditionally, deck materials were wood, such as teak or other durable hardwoods, chosen for weather resistance and grip. Modern vessels increasingly use corrosion-resistant metals (like aluminum or steel), composites (such as fiberglass-reinforced plastics), or layered synthetic decks, often designed with non-slip features and integrated drainage.

Key considerations when discussing dekksmaterialets include strength, durability, weight, resistance to moisture and salt spray, abrasion resistance, and fire performance. Maintenance requirements, repairability, and compatibility with fasteners, coatings, and anti-slip finishes are also important. Standards and classifications from maritime authorities and classification societies guide the selection and testing of deck materials, covering moisture ingress, bending strength, impact and abrasion resistance, and fire safety.

The term is most common in technical Swedish contexts related to ship design, construction, and maintenance. Related terms include dekksmaterial (deck material), däcksläktning (deck coatings in some dialects), and specific material names such as trä (wood), metall (metal), and komposit (composite).