Fixing a ring with G/flex® 655 Thickened Epoxy
...adhesion of a variety of materials such as plastics, fibreglass, ceramics, metals, and even woods that are damp or typically hard to bond. Flexibility and Rigidity Combined Whilst G/flex 655... More
...adhesion of a variety of materials such as plastics, fibreglass, ceramics, metals, and even woods that are damp or typically hard to bond. Flexibility and Rigidity Combined Whilst G/flex 655... More
...repair jobs. It provides convenient and effective solutions for overnight fixes and contains all the essentials to make those all-important small repairs. The Fibreglass Boat Repair Kit (105-K), an integral... More
...most affordable local brands. However, I learned a hard lesson when I had to spend eight hours stripping epoxy-infused fibreglass from my canoe. This was due to extreme clouding on... More
...applying a simple fillet for stitch and glue boat construction, fibreglass laminate repair and general bonding and proves practical for long and complicated assemblies of a multitude of appropriately prepared... More
...attempting to fibreglass the floor supports to the hull for the very first time. Since we had no prior experience with fibreglass, it proved to be a real baptism of... More
...experience working with epoxy and fibreglass in the context of windsurfing equipment, I found it viable to explore the option of purchasing a plan. I then decided to undertake the... More
...it won’t change shape too much with the changing temperature. His plan is to re-fibreglass the bottom and sides and then put four coats of WEST SYSTEM epoxy on top... More
...including a Lambretta scooter, MK2 Golf, and fibreglass dinghies. Traditional techniques are favoured over mechanical tools. This approach ensures that young people acquire a foundational understanding of hand tools and... More
...who are currently using the original formula on projects. WEST SYSTEM 105/207 Epoxy is used for coating and fibreglass cloth application where exceptionally clear moisture-resistant, natural wood finish is desired... More
...initial restoration of the keel area and keel plates, they have been using G/flex epoxy for bonding, “In our experience, G/flex is the best product for bonding fibreglass and metal”... More
...wastage when making small repairs to metal, glass, masonry, fibreglass, and / or wood. “This simple innovation has proved a game changer for so many of our customers,” says Ian... More
...was something we spoke of undertaking back then,” explains Tom. “Now is the time for that challenge to be realised.” The Trilogy A carbon fibre and fibreglass boat, Trilogy, is... More
...Glass Fibre Technology, Mulberry Studios, Mulberry Road, Canvey Island, Essex SS8 0PR East Coast Fibreglass – Hexham Open as usual. Phone: 01434 605162 Email: sales@ecfibreglasssupplies.co.uk Website: https://www.ecfibreglasssupplies.co.uk Address: Ground Floor... More
...more hardener (i.e. the catalyst with fibreglass) will not speed up the process. The ratio has to be consistent in every job, typically 5:1 (that’s five parts of WEST SYSTEM... More
...fibreglass and its quality is first rate. The Palmer Johnson crew applied the carbon fibre fabric in staggered layers, following a layout diagram. Installing fibreglass and carbon fibre membrane in... More
...website Currently offering: 9 till 5 Monday to Friday (not Saturdays yet) CFS FIBREGLASS 01209 821028 sales@cfsnet.co.uk Visit website CHAS NEWENS MARINE The Boathouse, The Embankment, Putney, SW15 1LB 020... More
...world. They handcraft totally unique, functional pieces of art.” Find out more about his designs and how he makes jewellery with his resin and fibreglass ‘offcuts’ on his website (https://www.rochfortcustoms.co.uk).... More
...chute, that opens up in the foredeck. I couldn’t find a moulded fibreglass chute anywhere so I decided to custom make one for Barnacle. To create the underdeck chute fitting... More
...about mixing fillers. Surface preparation When you are ready to apply the epoxy, make sure your substrate is properly prepared. For most substrates like wood, fibreglass, and metals the recommendation... More
...and it gives me huge pleasure every time I see the result.” Although Steve is a competent woodworker he was new to fibreglass sheathing so it was time to get... More
...using epoxy while experimenting with the entire range of fillers for bonding, gap filling, filleting and fairing while you build a toolbox. Use epoxy and fibreglass fabrics to complete a... More
...Boat Repair kits (WEST SYSTEM 101 Mini Pack) For wood and/or fibreglass bonding WEST SYSTEM G5 epoxy packs “I won a lovely bundle of WEST SYSTEM® epoxy products,” George says.... More
...so the space beneath the gearbox was full of odd angles and protrusions. Nothing off-the-shelf would fit properly so the answer was to make a fibreglass drip tray that would... More
...epoxy and fibreglass fabrics to complete a sheathing exercise. Plus, you’ll be taken through top tips for common repairs. The one-day course costs £155. This includes a light buffet lunch,... More
...my boards comes from perfect epoxy saturation in first-class surfboard fibreglass cloth, really good blanks and really good epoxy. I haven’t bought any other epoxy since I first used Entropy... More
...mould. You can see the thick fibreglass part James made from the mould the university supplied him with. Here’s the final item just after lacquer application. That outside help takes... More
...fibreglass locker In this project, a detachable fibreglass locker is being built in the cockpit of a small yacht. The sheets of GRP are offcuts from a pontoon boat project... More
...resins, fibreglass moulding took over for production boatbuilding, whilst traditional planking skills were kept alive for classic renovations. Now wooden boatbuilding using this method is beginning to make a comeback,... More
...I’ve built motor launches, looked after other boats’ maintenance and done fibreglass and woodwork. I owned an INT14 that required endless repairs and maintenance before,” he continues, “which helps.” “I’m... More
...– unlike polyester resin (fibreglass) – there is virtually no shrinkage or distortion as the epoxy cures. The cedar strip hull shape is now resting on the inner keel and... More
...linking of adhesive layers such as the wet lay-up of fibreglass laminate in a mould. All the layers of adhesive cure together in a single fused layer. Epoxy applied over... More
...building everything in wood but realised we could get a lighter and lower-maintenance product if we switched to fibreglass or epoxy composite,” David said. He joined his father’s company straight... More
...in fibreglass laminates, as any repairs are incredibly strong. A WEST SYSTEM epoxy/402 Filler mix can also be used to build up platforms or other supportive shapes, such as the... More
...repair as it progressed. The boat has a fibreglass keel, which had suffered a form of osmotic damage through a combination of water and anti-freeze. Yep, anti-freeze!! The keel needs... More
...surfaces including wood, fibreglass and most metal. It cures in just 4-5 minutes so is perfect for quick repairs. Not just for the dinghy park, we’re keeping some of this... More
...be steel, fibreglass or wood, is then prepared by first filling any screw holes. On softer materials (wood, GRP) a countersink is helpful, creating a conical hole for receiving epoxy... More
...used in construction concrete. For epoxy and fibreglass work, colloidal silica is perhaps the cheapest and most general-purpose additive available as it has so many uses. The tiny particles are... More
...speed boat, approximately 1 metre long. From the drawings I made a wooden buck (plug), a fibreglass mould and then an epoxy fibreglass hull. The finished boat was way too... More
...to familiarise yourself with every step of the process while keeping the time and resources investment under control,” he said. “The epoxy fibreglass layup at this scale is particularly good... More
...be attached to the side chine. I can do this with the brad gun as it will be fibreglassed and painted. I made some brackets that I can screw to... More
If you need to know how to mend a puncture in fibreglass, check this out. This boat owner’s 17ft fibreglass boat sustained a major hit in a storm which caused... More
...of epoxy from the exposed outside with a single-edged razor blade. On the inside, apply a layer of fibreglass tape over the joint for reinforcement. Allow the epoxy to cure... More
...and smooth out the repair, apply some more peel ply to the fibreglass mix when it’s wet. Ensure the peel ply is nicely wet out by the epoxy/fibreglass mixture. If... More
...of epoxy. The benefits It protects the integrity of fibreglass Using peel ply means that no sanding is needed – and that’s essential for fibreglassed surfaces. Sanding fibreglass is very... More
...you some time in the case of an emergency. We’ve actually had some success by applying some of our G/flex 655 product to a fibreglass plate and carrying out temporary... More
...a strip-plank laminated veneer/fibreglass hull. Instead of using solid wood for the structural elements, we laminated them (the keel, keelson, stems, frames, deck beams and stringers) with mahogany. Some parts... More
...prototype of the watercraft using similar methods used in surfboard construction – fibreglassing the wrong way round. I started with a wooden chassis onto which the motor was bolted and... More
...105 Epoxy Resin® mixed with WEST SYSTEM 205 Fast Hardener® to wet out the repair area, waiting for it to go tacky before applying the filler, wood or fibreglass. I... More
...water sooner.” The kit comprises pre-produced, lightweight sandwich panels with a balsa wood core, sheathed in 600g/m2 of fibreglass on each side. “To build the hull, we just need to... More
...with some fibreglass cloth. G/flex is ideal for roof boxes, as it makes structural bonds that absorb the stresses of expansion, contraction, shock and vibration. G/flex is available in two... More
...on the panel and then go over the area using an 80 grade abrasive. 6. The replacement panel then needs to be bonded to the existing fibreglass structure. Reinforce the... More
...of fibreglass tape over the joint for reinforcement. Allow the epoxy to cure thoroughly before refilling the tank. If any small chips are missing, fill the void with thick epoxy/adhesive... More
...working on wooden boats. In the early days you’d also find me racing one of the old wooden Cadets. However, I soon ended up playing with fibreglass. The 505, the... More
...sails. “We treat wood as an engineering product. With the right construction techniques, wood and epoxy can build very lightweight, stiff boats. In comparison to our own production methods, fibreglass... More
...was completed, the hull was re-laminated with fibreglass and a mix of epoxy resin and hardener, with peel ply applied to create a lovely, textured and amine-free surface. The barrier... More
...to add beams when we could display the natural beauty of the wood construction.” Epoxy was also used in the fibreglass sheathing that was applied below the waterline. “At virtually... More
...wax. Our thanks to David Johnson for his technical expertise. Got blisters in the gelcoat of your fibreglass boat? All is not lost – find out how to repair them.... More
...method can remove a substantial amount of material very quickly. Preparing your sander Glue a 9″ × 11″ fibreglass piece onto the standard round foam backup pad on your to... More
...grip to plastics, glass, masonry, fibreglass, wood and metals, such as aluminium. The bonds that it creates are strong enough to endure shocks, knocks, expansion and contraction. Not only can... More
...it easier to apply. This also allows it to penetrate deeper into porous surfaces like partially rotten wood and saturate faster into fibreglass fabric. For these reasons, many people are... More
We came across this great video posted by HF Industri & Marine showing how their vacuum expert Ben Denham and a good friend made 2 vacuum infused fibreglass/carbon PRO-SET epoxy... More
...further into the joint and then use a disc sander to sand a valley, roughly 100mm wide. Make the depression about 0.75mm deep for each layer of 175g/m2 fibreglass tape... More
There are several methods for repairing laminates on your fibreglass boat but the most effective way is vacuum bagging. This will give you the nearest result to the original. Whilst... More
Technical expert David Johnson gave this informative talk on his best methods for repairing fibreglass at METS back in November. This special Pecha Kucha presentation features 20 slides, each with... More
We recently came across this fantastic blog post from Paul Calder, as he completes the final stages of the fibreglass work for the cockpit sole of his current boating project.... More
Trying to fibreglass the bottom of a hull by yourself can be tricky but you can put your struggles to one side once you read this fantastic resource on how... More
...Epoxy Adhesive could be the answer you’re looking for as it’s a pre-thickened epoxy adhesive. WEST SYSTEM Six10 is a two-part, pre-thickened epoxy adhesive, ideal for stitch-and-glue boat construction, fibreglass... More
...the epoxy coverage rate is 8m2 per kilo. With fibreglass boats, you work on a 1:1 resin to fibre ratio. So if you buy 200g of glass cloth, you’ll need... More
...(Woods Designs). This is a relatively simple timber and plywood design sheathed in fibreglass, although I have slightly modified the design to increase the length to 40ft so that I... More
...complements wood. A few years ago we built a 30ft solar electric fantail launch using multiple layers of fibreglass cloth and West System epoxy and a variety of Canadian hardwoods.... More
...is used for fairing. Both hulls are covered with 280 gr/m2 fibreglass and laminated with PRO-SET® 125/226 epoxy, before being coated twice with a mix of WEST SYSTEM® 105/206 epoxy.... More
...Dave and Scott rebuild classic boats, both wooden and fibreglass, including a 1957 Chris Craft 21ft Continental – one of only six ever produced. They use WEST SYSTEM® epoxy and... More
...bigger fibreglass boat repair job for yourself in the future. Blisters in your fibreglass boat don’t have to be the end of the world but leaving them to their own... More
...supports its load through its external skin. CAD is used to design the parts and corresponding moulding tools are manufactured. Steve and the team then lay woven roving fibreglass matting... More
...period. However, if you can indeed get the foam dry enough, you might consider a repair detailed in our Fibreglass Boat Repair and Maintenance manual (free to download). Chapter five... More
...404 High Density Filler and keeping the WEST SYSTEM® Fibreglass Boat Repair & Maintenance Manual by your side. Follow Mark’s ‘How to’ guidelines to repair the mast truss on your... More
...base. We also sell the pumps to go with the packs and we carry their repair kits, fibreglass tapes and matting. It’s a good product and I don’t think we’ve... More
We recently discovered an article from boat designer John Welsford about his tried-and-tested method for fibreglassing boat hulls. To avoid “spectacular failures”, John advocates using WEST SYSTEM 105 Epoxy Resin®... More
...much, he decided to abandon it altogether. When he decided to undertake the task of replacing two hatches on his fibreglass boat, he began to look for a caulking alternative.... More
When Miguel Mclawrence decides to undertake a project, he means business. So when he decided to conduct a major fibreglass boat repair he decided to rely on WEST SYSTEM® epoxy.... More
...robustness and water tightness. This was covered with fibreglass cloth set in epoxy, before individual, sprung teak planks were glued with epoxy on top. Matching sprung planks with v-grooves were... More
The most important thing to do when you encounter a hole in your fibreglass boat is to assess the damage thoroughly. If the damage to the skin is larger than... More
...Jason Eke takes viewers continues the process of applying fibreglass cloth to his canoe using WEST SYSTEM® marine epoxy. Applying fibreglass cloth with marine epoxy In video 2 of this... More
...keeping a step-by-step photo diary of his project. The Kaholo’s are made from Okoume marine plywood, stitched-and-glued together and covered in fibreglass and epoxy, with a grid of bulkheads and... More
Veneveistämö J.Palviainen is a Finnish boatbuilding company based in Kärkölä, Finland. Their boatyard undertakes all kinds of renovation and maintenance including: electrical work, interior design, shaft mounting and coating fibreglass... More
...hull and deck may be compromised so it’s really important to know how to perform a high quality with this fibreglass boat repair. Delamination is when the layers of fibreglass... More
...years our heritage has been in boat building, using epoxy resin to transform the way that everything from wooden canoes to fibreglass yachts are built and repaired. But the more... More
...building wooden and fibreglass boats. “I lived on the Hamble River as a boy and I was always messing about in boats. I often visited a local boatyard and asked... More
Fibreglass boats are known for their low maintenance and durability. However, with structural damage to the stringers a common issue, it’s essential to know how to make a replacement that... More
...and between delaminated veneers previously wetted out with resin/hardener mix. 3. Apply fibreglass tape Apply a layer of fibreglass tape in the depression, along the joint. Using a squeegee, work... More
Own a fibreglass boat for any length of time and it’s likely you’ll end up with a few dings or scratches in the surface, or if you’re particularly unlucky even... More
...does so much to reduce the compromises of boatbuilding. Large boat/small boat? Cruiser/racer? Sail boat/motor boat? Aluminium/fibreglass? (Or wood? Or composite?) No matter what kind of boating you’re into and... More
...new. We buy fibreglass hulls and change them into something else. It’s what I’ve always done.” For Pi, Michael’s vision was for a mid-sized vessel that combined comfort and speed,... More
...get the opportunity to practice your new skills by building a wooden tool box to take home, and using epoxy and fibreglass fabrics to complete a sheathing exercise. What will... More
...After discovering a loose seacock in his 1981 Nor’sea 27, boat repair aficionado Daniel set to work fitting a new, sturdier replacement using fibreglass and WEST SYSTEM® epoxy. In his... More
...when it comes to boat repair, Mike takes readers through the simple steps he took to make his fibreglass boat repair. His blog, ‘Zero to Cruising’, is full of useful... More
When faced with a laminate fibreglass boat repair, there are several methods which could prove effective in achieving a decent repair. But nothing gets you quite as close to the... More
...Fibre Boat Repair Kit can help you create the most effective fixes to your fibreglass boat. And do contact us if you’ve got further questions about fibreglass boat repairs that... More
In this blog on fixing a crack or hole in your fibreglass boat, David Johnson explains why – before getting to work – you need to carefully assess the damage... More
Cutting epoxy cloth can be a messy task. But with Classic Boat’s simple tips, you can’t go far wrong. This short article shows that, when it comes to bonding fibreglass... More
...fibreglass cloth, using PRO-SET® 125 Resin and 229 Hardener. “For that part I had to call in some help,” Igor says, “because I wanted to laminate in one day using... More
...roll out; it penetrates more deeply into porous surfaces such as partially rotten wood; and it saturates faster into materials like fibreglass fabric. But – and it’s a big ‘but’... More
...interesting project. We used Formax quadaxial fibreglass cloth, a 12mm DIAB foam core and Compsys pre-formed stringers, all glued together with PRO-SET Infusion Epoxies. There’s a misconception that vacuum infusion... More
Known for his superior knowledge and technique with epoxy, carbon and fibreglass, Russell Brown explains why he’s sticking to WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy in his latest blog post found on ‘Ports... More
...of the Ocean Explorer rooftop The Ocean Explorer hull and deck is built from a sandwich laminate of fibreglass and divinylcell, vacuum-infused and post-cured using PRO-SET epoxy products. Structural features... More
WEST SYSTEM G/flex® speciality epoxy is an exceptionally strong epoxy, designed to provide unbeatable grip to plastics, glass, masonry, fibreglass, wood and metals – including aluminium. So if your aluminium... More
...from filling to filleting, on materials from fibreglass to plywood. But how do you know which consistency is right for you? And what do you need to bear in mind... More
Fibreglass boat repair, the ultimate challenge for WEST SYSTEM epoxy, can it bond them closer together? This Rhode Island couple’s new GRP boat-building project is the ultimate challenge for any... More
If you need to lay up a fibreglass canoe hole, the WEST SYSTEM® Vacuum Bag demonstration in this short two-minute video will offer you a viable solution. Our technical advisers... More
...to get a fibreglass ‘rectangle’, try an industrial supplier or make your own by laminating three layers of a double bias 450g/m2 biaxial fibreglass sandwiched between single layers of 200g/m2... More
...strong, long-lasting adhesion between teak planks and substrates like fibreglass. However, when Dave was asked to be part of an ambitious new plan to create a limited run of 60ft... More
...great deal of work! So to spare yourself the trauma, the best strategy is to keep on top of the blisters as they appear and perform a quick fibreglass boat... More
...construction, fibreglass laminate repair and general bonding. It balances the toughness of G/flex® with the strength and stiffness of our WEST SYSTEM epoxy, and can be used on wood, metals... More
...an epoxy product such as WEST SYSTEM® Epoxy is so useful for fibreglass boat repairs is that it’s an incredibly effective adhesive. It creates a resilient bond to fibreglass, cured... More
...repair kit. G/flex works well for small repairs like this on other metals, plastics, glass, masonry and fibreglass as well as wet and difficult-to-bond woods. Got a question about basic... More
...gelcoat, you won’t know the difference. Fibreglass boat repair has never been easier! Sound like a solution to your fibreglass problems? Find your nearest stockist on our Wessex Resins website.... More
What’s the right way to apply fibreglass cloth or tape to provide reinforcement and abrasion resistance? This video shows how fabric and coats of WEST SYSTEM® epoxy are used to... More
...of hardened epoxy or dried paint. And it should save you having to sand off the hardened drips and buff back the shine. To clean fibreglass A dulled razor blade... More