Fiberglass resin ok to use? - Canreef Aquatics Bulletin Board

11-04-2008, 09:18 PM

Marlin65

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Location: New Westminster

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Most boats are gel-coated.
Gel Coat is resin with pigment, but they are painted with anti fouling paint below the water line. Prolonged water submersion can lead to osmosis.
Just use Fiberglass mat and epoxy resin to lay up the tank. Will cost a bit more but will last longer.

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