Mike I've been under a total restore all summer..still long way to go..But it was stripped right to the hull new foam and all...now the floors I thought about the aluminum ...its pricey but so is wood done right ..I went with 3/4 GIS.. two coats of west epoxy on both sides and perimeter,,, 3m 5200 any holes for seats screws over the epoxy etc...overkill..but i want it to last..the reason I did not go with the aluminum floor is the extra bracing required ..fit and finish ..and the noise..I work out of several all welded boats all day ..I like the comfort of wood and carpet..I've moved seats ..added seats...customized storage..its a good time to look at fuel ..bilge ..livewell hoses etc while your in there..good luck on your project