A deck is a permanent covering over a compartment or a hull of a ship . On a boat or ship, the primary or upper deck is the horizontal structure that forms the "roof" of the hull, strengthening it and serving as the primary working surface. Vessels often have more than one level both within the hull and in the superstructure above the primary deck, similar to the floors of a multi-storey building, that are also referred to as decks, as are certain compartments and decks built over specific areas of the superstructure. Decks for some purposes have specific names.
31-580: (Redirected from Aft ) List of terms applying to spatial orientation in a marine environment or location on a vessel "Aft" redirects here. For other uses, see AFT . "Aloft" redirects here. For hotel brand, see Aloft Hotels . For the 2014 film, see Aloft (film) . "Ashore" redirects here. For the June Tabor album, see Ashore (album) . [REDACTED] Aft This list of ship directions provides succinct definitions for terms applying to spatial orientation in
62-422: A container ship ). The deck will be reinforced around deck fittings such as the capstan , cleats , or bollards . On ships with more than one level, 'deck' refers to the level itself. The actual floor surface is called the sole; the term 'deck' refers to a structural member tying the ship's frames or ribs together over the keel. In modern ships, the interior decks are usually numbered from the primary deck, which
93-1309: A sailing ship Aftercastle Afterdeck Anchor Anchor windlass Apparent wind indicator Beakhead Bilge Bilgeboard Bitts Boom brake Bow or prow Bowsprit Cable Capstan Cathead Carpenter's walk Centreboard Chains Cockpit Companionway Crow's nest Daggerboard Deck Figurehead Forecastle Frame Gangway Gunwale Head Hold Hull Jackline Jibboom Keel Canting Kelson Leeboard Mast Orlop deck Outrigger Poop deck Port Porthole Quarter gallery Quarterdeck Rib Rudder Ship's wheel Skeg Stem Starboard Stern or poop Sternpost Strake Taffrail Tiller Top Transom Whipstaff Winch Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_ship_directions&oldid=1259372042 " Categories : Nautical terminology Sailing ship components Hidden categories: Webarchive template wayback links Articles with short description Short description matches Wikidata AFT (disambiguation) AFT or aft may to: Deck (ship) The main purpose of
124-492: A lower deck of a ship. Yardarm: an end of a yard spar below a sail. Waterline: where the water surface meets the ship's hull. Weather: side or direction from which wind blows (same as "windward"). Windward: side or direction from which wind blows (opposite of "leeward"). Date of first use [ edit ] "Aboard": 14th century "Aft": 1580 "Outboard": 1694 "Inboard": 1830 "Belowdecks": 1897. See also [ edit ] Deck (ship) - defines
155-407: A marine environment or location on a vessel, such as fore , aft , astern , aboard , or topside . Terms [ edit ] Abaft (preposition): at or toward the stern of a ship, or further back from a location, e.g. "the mizzenmast is abaft the mainmast". Aboard: onto or within a ship, or in a group. Above: a higher deck of the ship. Aft (adjective) : toward the stern (rear) of
186-401: A metal deck, painted to reduce corrosion , can pick up heat from the sun , and be quite slippery and noisy to work on, a layer of wood decking or thick non-skid paint is often applied to its surface. The process for building a deck in fiberglass is the same as for building a hull: a female mould is built, a layer of gel coat is sprayed in, then layers of fiberglass in resin are built up to
217-404: A ship. Aport: toward the port side of a ship (opposite of "astarboard"). Ashore: on or towards the shore or land. Astarboard: toward the starboard side of a ship (opposite of "aport"). Astern (adjective) : toward the rear of a ship (opposite of "forward"). Athwartships: toward the sides of a ship. Aweather: toward the weather or windward side of a ship. Aweigh: just clear of
248-411: A ship. For example, "Able Seaman Smith; lie aft!" or "What's happening aft?". Comparative is "after", e.g. "the mizzenmast is after than the mainmast". The difference between "aft" and "stern" is that aft is the inside (on board) rearmost part of the vessel, while stern refers to the outside (offboard) rearmost part of the vessel. The stern is opposite the bow, the outside (offboard) of the front of
279-492: A silver-gray patina. Teak decks are also non-slip when wet, making them practical for safety in marine settings. Despite its advantages, teak can be expensive and requires regular cleaning to maintain its appearance. Alternative yacht deck materials have grown in popularity due to their affordability, lower maintenance, and environmental benefits compared to traditional teak. Some common alternatives include: - Synthetic Teak : Made from PVC or other polymers, synthetic teak mimics
310-616: A specific deck or area of that specific ship, such as the lido deck of the Princess Cruises ' Love Boat . Equipment mounted on deck, such as the ship's wheel, binnacle , fife rails , and so forth, may be collectively referred to as deck furniture. Weather decks in Western designs evolved from having structures fore (forward or front) and aft (rear) of the ship mostly clear; in the 19th century, pilothouses/wheelhouses and deckhouses began to appear, eventually developing into
341-467: Is #1, downward and upward. So the first deck below the primary deck will be #2, and the first above the primary deck will be #A2 or #S2 (for "above" or "superstructure"). Some merchant ships may alternatively designate decks below the primary deck, usually machinery spaces, by numbers, and those above it, in the accommodation block, by letters. Ships may also call decks by common names, or (especially on cruise ships ) may invent fanciful and romantic names for
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#1732781065423372-413: Is avoiding distortion of the plate while welding due to the high heat involved in the process. Welds are usually double pass, meaning each seam is welded twice, a time-consuming process which may take longer than building the wood deck. However, welds result in a waterproof deck which is strong and easily repairable. The deck structure is welded to the hull, making it structurally a single unit. Because
403-455: Is the same as above. The decking itself is usually multiple layers of marine-grade plywood , covered over with layers of fibreglass in a plastic resin such as epoxy or polyester overlapped onto the topsides of the hull. Generally speaking, the method outlined for "constructed decks" is most similar to metal decks. The deck plating is laid over metal beams and carlins and tacked temporarily in place. The difficulty in metal construction
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589-475: The boat. The term derives from the Old English æftan (“behind”). Adrift: floating in the water without propulsion. Aground: resting on the shore or wedged against the sea floor. Ahull: with sails furled and helm lashed alee. Alee: on or toward the lee (the downwind side). Aloft: the stacks, masts, rigging, or other area above the highest solid structure. Amidships: near the middle part of
620-449: The decks of modern yachts more natural, teak wood decking is primarily used. The thickness of the decking affects how strong the hull is, and is directly related to how thick the skin of the hull itself is, which is of course related to how large the vessel is, the kind of work it is expected to do, and the kind of weather it may reasonably be expected to endure. While a naval engineer or architect may have precise methods of determining what
651-658: The look of real teak but requires much less maintenance. It is resistant to UV rays, stains, and water damage, making it durable for marine use. - Cork: Lightweight and eco-friendly, cork is naturally non-slip, resistant to water, and comfortable to walk on. It is also an excellent thermal and sound insulator. - Bamboo : An increasingly popular option due to its sustainability. Bamboo is durable and environmentally friendly but requires proper treatment to ensure resistance to moisture and rot. - Eva foam : Common on racing yachts, these materials are practical, lightweight, and easy to implement. They provide excellent grip but may not have
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#1732781065423682-437: The required deck thickness (if the deck has a core , the outer skin layers of fiberglass and resin are laid, then the core material, and finally the inner skin layers). The deck is removed from the mould and usually mechanically fastened to the hull. Fiberglass decks are quite slick with their mirror-smooth surfaces, so a non-skid texture is often moulded into their surface, or non-skid pads glued down in working areas. To make
713-400: The result. – Source: Teak wood is a popular choice for modern yacht decking due to its natural durability, water resistance, and aesthetic appeal. Known for its ability to withstand harsh marine environments, teak requires relatively simple maintenance while providing a classic, luxurious look. Its natural oils make it resistant to rot, pests, and UV damage, and over time, it develops
744-435: The scantlings should be, traditional builders used previous experiences and simpler rules-of-thumb to determine how thick the deck should be built. The numbers derived by these formulae gives a rough number for determining the average thickness of materials based on some crude hull measurements. Below the waterline the thickness should be approximately 115% of the result, while upper topsides and decks might be reduced to 85% of
775-404: The sea floor, as with an anchor. Below: a lower deck of the ship. Belowdecks: inside or into a ship, or down to a lower deck. Bilge: the underwater part of a ship between the flat of the bottom and the vertical topsides Bottom: the lowest part of the ship's hull . Bow: front of a ship (opposite of "stern") Centerline or centreline: an imaginary, central line drawn from the bow to
806-480: The seams of which are caulked and paid with tar . A yacht or other fancy boat might then have the deck canvased, with the fabric laid down in a thick layer of paint or sealant, and additional coats painted over. The wash or apron boards form the joint between the deck planking and that of the topsides, and are caulked similarly. Modern "constructed decks" are used primarily on fiberglass , composite, and cold-molded hulls. The under structure of beams and carlins
837-413: The ship Onboard: somewhere on or in the ship. Outboard: attached outside the ship. Port: the left side of the ship, when facing forward (opposite of "starboard"). Starboard: the right side of the ship, when facing forward (opposite of "port"). Stern: the rear of a ship (opposite of "bow"). Topside: the top portion of the outer surface of a ship on each side above the waterline. Underdeck:
868-457: The stern. Fore or forward: at or toward the front of a ship or further ahead of a location (opposite of "aft") Preposition form is "before", e.g. "the mainmast is before the mizzenmast". Inboard: attached inside the ship. Keel : the bottom structure of a ship's hull . Leeward: side or direction away from the wind (opposite of "windward"). On deck: to an outside or muster deck (as "all hands on deck"). On board: on, onto, or within
899-466: The superstructure of modern ships. Eastern designs developed earlier, with efficient middle decks and minimalist fore and aft cabin structures across a range of designs. In vessels having more than one deck there are various naming conventions, numerically, alphabetically, etc. However, there are also various common historical names and types of decks: A traditional wood deck would consist of planks laid fore and aft over beams and along carlins ,
930-413: The upper or primary deck is structural, and only secondarily to provide weather-tightness and support people and equipment. The deck serves as the lid to the complex box girder which can be identified as the hull. It resists tension , compression , and racking forces. The deck's scantling is usually the same as the topsides , or might be heavier if the deck is expected to carry heavier loads (for example
961-463: The various decks on ships Port and starboard - explanation, with signal lights, and history Glossary of nautical terms (disambiguation) References [ edit ] ^ "Ship Directions - TKDTutor" (glossary), TKDtutor.com, 2012, web: SD Archived 2012-05-26 at the Wayback Machine . ^ "Aboard - Definition and More from