My 52panel had not signs of any color. I did rub some preservative on it and then place a thin piece of carpet over it that I bought at lowes. Bottom was very good but the top was worn through right at the back door where deliveries were slide in and out. I'm thinking about troweling a smooth coat of liquid nail over it, sand it a little and do as Leo suggested. Put a thin layer of "something" over it and paint or stain it.
Note: on my 52 the plywood was ONE piece. I was told at the lumber yard I could order one oversize piece to cover it with one piece rather than piecing it.

Let us know what you decide to do...and pictures.


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