Before Refinishing Deck on my Parker 1800 - Deck Screws

[Silversides]

I just had my Parker 1800 console moved and boat re-powered.
I did print out some excellent instructions from this site on refinishing the non skid deck.
I have complete instructions when ready.

When the console was moved and pilot seat removed that left quite a few deck screws.
Right now they are OK and sealed but.......before I refinish the deck with new non-skid
how should I handle the deck screws?

Should I:

1) counter sink then fill and refinish on top of the screws? (dealer recommended this)

2) Pull all screws out, wet out and refill with epoxy then refinish?

Thanks,

Nick

 

[TWOBOATER]

Don't apply filler over the screws. The mix will eventually pop off the top of the screw, especially in an area that you stand on often. Counter-sink the holes to give them better surface area and fill with thickened epoxy. then apply your finish.

 

[Megabyte]

This ^^^^^

 

[Silversides]

Thanks for the advice!

Nick