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Transport Canda Safe Boating Guide PDF Document

November 07, 2024 1 min read

This post is to provide access to the Transport Canada Safe Boating Guide, so that a paddler or operator can be informed and properly prepared for their best and safest boating experience.

Polyester and Epoxy Resins in EpoxyWorks Magazine

October 08, 2024 1 min read

Comparing Epoxy, Polyester and Vinylester with Cost Analysis

October 08, 2024 13 min read

This post is need to know information and a cost analysis between using epoxy resin and polyester fiberglass resin. The cost per square foot with saturating fiberglass cloth with polyester resin and chopped strand mat is $7.50, and is $3.91 with epoxy and woven fiberglass cloth. The common assumption is using polyester resin and chopped strand mat is the cheapest way to do a fiberglass repair or project, but as the blog post explains and lays out that it is twice as expensive as using epoxy and woven fiberglass e-glass. This post is hoping to advise builders to save money and use the proper materials and fiberglass for long lifespan structural repairs using epoxy.

Cost Analysis and General Information on Epoxy, Polyester and Vinylester

July 11, 2024 13 min read

This blog post is an overall information guide with a cost analysis on polyester, vinylester and epoxy resin. Generally builders believe that polyester with chopped strand mat is the most cost efficient way to repair boats, RV, trailers, hot tubs, canoes, etc, however our analysis shows that the coverage of polyester resin with chopped strand mat is $7.50 per square foot, where epoxy with e-glass costs $3.91 per square foot. This blog also has lamination techniques and technical data information on different resins to provide the best product for a builders needs.

Inflatable Paddle Boards Need to Know Information

July 04, 2024 8 min read

When choosing an inflatable paddle board one should have a basic understanding of what is being offered by price point and higher value paddle boards. In this post we discuss the quality of PVC material, value added to the boards like carbon paddles, cost of repairing paddle boards, durability and rigidity depending on materials and the value of specialty retailers in finding the best board for you. This will give guidance and information when looking at inflatable paddle boards, expected life span and overall value.

Choosing the Appropriate Wood for a Marine Build or Repair

July 02, 2024 8 min read

Understanding and choosing the correct build material for marine build and repair is crucial to the lifespan and durability of a repair. Choosing a correct plywood for marine, outdoor and weather changing applications will directly affect the lifespan, durability and risk of failure. Home grade plywoods are not tested in the outdoor, wet, cold environments and cannot always be reinforced with fiberglass to tolerate this application. This Blog has credible sources cited for the standards and grades of plywood, how to correctly laminate a fiberglass boat transom and pricing for the different grades of plywood and fiberglass.

Aniline Dye Water-based Stain versus Deck Stain for Wood Boat Construction

June 21, 2024 7 min read

This blog discusses using aniline dye in comparison to deck stains under epoxy and fiberglass for long lifespan without de laminating the fiberglass. This also explains the minor and major differences between using a deck stain and using a dye in fiberglass applications as well as the risk to using an incorrect product in a waterproofing lamination such as boat building.

Marine Paint Application Techniques

June 20, 2024 5 min read

This blog has directions and suggestions for polyurethane, zspar and enamel. The recommendations follow the information provided on the technical data sheets of each manufacturer. This is a guide for those who are applying marine paint instead of gel coat.

Tips on Mold Making with Tooling Gel Coat and Polyester Resin

June 06, 2024 8 min read

This blog is an open source guide for how to build polyester molds and the materials and techniques involved in building a mold. It also explains the value of a good plug, and how to build molds on top of plugs. There is also guidelines on using tooling gel coat and the proper thickness for stability. There is also reference to in mold release agents like Poly vinyl alcohol and Partall wax in mold for the best result without damaging the mold. This also discusses one part and two part molds, and how certain shapes require certain molds.

Y-stern Canoe Full Restoration and Foam Ribs

June 04, 2024 7 min read

This blog post is about a recent rebuild that Timber Boatworks did for a client, from a damaged fiberglass y-stern canoe with holes to structurally repairing and priming the canoe. This project did require extensive materials but has been given a second life as the family canoe. This blog demonstrates internal and exterior repairs, installing foam ribs with epoxy and fiberglass, and priming recommendations to follow along with the Timber Boatworks Youtube videos on the Y-stern Canoe Repair.

Danielle's Red Canoe Refinish with Interlux Marine Paint

February 24, 2024 3 min read

This post is about the products and techniques used by a first time user of marine paints to refinish the family canoe. This is a guide for how to apply marine grade polyurethane primer and paint.

Greg's Glen-L 12' Power Skiff

February 22, 2024 4 min read

This post is about the construction of Greg's Power Skiff, having never built a stitch and glue kit and how Timber Boatworks was able to help the builder complete their build to this high degree. Products and guides are listed in the blog, as well as commentary from the builder.

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