Shortcuts are easy to hide in the fibreglass industry we find them all the time – bog, repair not locked into frame, incorrect application of chemical procedures, quantities, and products. We choose not to take short cuts and always use quality products as our reputation means everything to us.
Fibreglass repairs are usually done on the back of the laminate. This is to reinforce the laminate prior to finishing the outer surface.
The surface to be repaired must be free from oil, grease, paint or any other contaminant to ensure maximum adhesion. If solvents are used, dry surface before rough sanding a minimum of 75mm around area to be repaired.
Composites have numerous advantages over conventional building materials, including ease and durability of repair. Composites are gaining larger acceptance in all types of modern vehicles, yachts, aircraft, structures, and recreational equipment.
- Small gel coat chips to major repairs
- Polyester
- Epoxy
- Carbon fibre