I started by cutting the diamond tread, reach immediately lead to my first problem of the day. Normally I just score and snap plastic sheet, usually works even on thicker material like this. What I didn't realize is that the tread sheet was actually two pieces melded together and the side with the tread is a bit brittle which resulted in a weird angled fracture rather than a nice clean break. Fortunately there was enough extra material to allow me a second chance. I decided that it would be better to use the razor saw and saw through the material rather than take another chance at snapping and scoring.
I think the end result turned out pretty well, I need a little filler on the corners to fill gaps but that's about it.
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| Cut the width first across the entire piece of tread pattern |
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| After trying to snap it. Of course the nasty ragged edge is right on the tread pattern. |
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| When in doubt use the right tool |
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| The thickness is about right, now I just have to figure out how to remove the supports and transfer them to the new deck. |
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| Brass edging cut and ready to go. |
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| Top edges cut at a 45 degree angle (approximately). |
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| A quick test fit which was followed up with some trimming |
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| Not perfect, but with a little filler at those corners it will work out just fine. |
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