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Built by a boater,
for boaters.

Deck Armor started the way most of our jobs do: with a deck that deserved better.

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My name is David, and I'm the co-founder of Deck Armor.

My fondest memories as a child were with my family on the boat. Whether it was tubing on the lake or heading offshore to fish, those days were everything. The boat wasn't much, it was tired and worn, but it was ours, and when we were on it nothing else mattered. That's where my love for boats began: looking at them, being on them, and being around them.

But I also learned early on that boating comes with risks. Falling on a boat is dangerous. Falling out can be deadly. Safety has to matter just as much as fun. That's why we created the Deck Armor boat flooring system.

We don't just finish your deck. We armor it.

Unlike foam sticker flooring, Deck Armor is a slip-resistant rubber surface, permanently sealed and built to last. You don't have to worry about slipping, or about a gaff or heavy weight damaging your deck. With Deck Armor, your boat becomes safer, tougher, and ready for anything.

And the best part? You can focus on what really matters: your catch, your crew, and your family.

As a veteran-owned, American-made, locally operated company, we are proud to stand behind every installation with our challenge coin, a symbol of authenticity and our promise of quality. For us, Deck Armor is more than just boat flooring. It's about honoring the memories made on the water, protecting your investment, and helping you create your own unforgettable moments, the same way my family did all those years ago.

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David Odell
Co-Founder, Deck Armor

Deck Armor HQ runs out of our shop at 217 S 78th St in Tampa, installing floors on everything from backyard skiffs to charter fleets. We stand behind every install with a warranty built for the long haul.

David Odell holding the Deck Armor challenge coin
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