The deck is covered with a brilliant, high-gloss coating specially formulated for harsh outdoor environments. Your board will stay looking great for a long time and will stand up against the rigors of skimming and the harmful rays of the sun. The base is covered with a fiber-reinforced graphite filled epoxy coating for maximum abrasion resistance. This provides a low friction, scratch resistant surface designed to withstand the constant abuse dished out during a session. Skimboard bottoms wear down eventually, but you'll feel better knowing your Syndrome bottom won't wear down as fast.