Which hull material

[WatrGrrl]

For a motorsailer live aboard,which hull material is better and why? A second, similar question, which hull material is better for a wide range of climate conditions? Just curious at this point...

[rbk]

If you have to ask, stick with fibreglass. Not being rude but metal hulls can be more complicated than you’d think; And as a liveaboard (and presumably a first boat?) a non corrosive material will be a shallower learning curve.

[Lepke]

Fiberglass takes the most neglect and can go years with little maintenance. Many owners can repair and maintain fiberglass. While steel is tougher, it requires proper barrier coats and at least yearly maintenance of those coats. If allowed to rust, can be expensive to repair. Wood usually takes the least neglect and probably the most expensive to repair unless you can do the work.
Cored fiberglass is somewhat insulated. Steel has to be insulated or it forms moisture on the inside.Wood, depending on thickness is insulating. Old wood fishing boats rarely have insulation (except in the hold) and still are comfortable.
Whatever material, insulation pays dividends in comfort. Especially in cold climates or hot ones.