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![]() I have two fiberglass/resin projects for which I'd like to have some material recommendations: 1) A 1980s semitransparent fiberglass hatch whose top side is worn/weathered, so that it is rough and fibers are sticking out. I would like to coat the surface with something that will give an even surface, cover the itchy fibers, and maybe even bring some of the transparency back to the now 'frosted' hatch. 2) The top of the companionway hatch has a thin wood layer, wider stripes of teak with thin stripes of lighter wood in between. These woods apparently have different heat expansion, varnish will last a few weeks before it splits at the seams, i.e. everywhere. I had planned to put some resin on top of that wood, hoping that it would be more stable than varnish. Maybe a thin glass fiber layer also. Is the glass fiber necessary? Which resin(s) would be best for these applications? Both are on deck in bright sun, both need to be transparent, and create a smooth surface. Thanks! |
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