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Johan constructs the first section of the cabin sole for his custom sailboat using a lightweight sandwich panel of PET foam, fiberglass, and teak veneer.▶ 7:19 To ensure thermal insulation and reduce weight, he avoids traditional plywood, opting instead for a vacuum-laminated panel.▶ 7:50 He templates the complex angles of the guest cabin floor using foam before building a supporting frame with a perimeter lip.▶ 0:48 After bonding teak trim to the edges with thickened epoxy, he vacuum-bags the veneers onto the core.▶ 10:27 The finished sole receives multiple coats of high-gloss varnish, though Johan plans to apply a final matte or satin layer to reduce glare and improve aesthetics.▶ 16:59 The design incorporates a recessed fit to allow for a perimeter seal and uses Dual Lock fasteners to secure the panels while maintaining accessibility to the bilges.▶ 22:06 The installation confirms the interior headroom and layout for the galley and cabin areas.▶ 20:10

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