There are some specialist epoxy resin coatings which can be applied to damp and saturated surfaces and even underwater. however, i need to point out that i am an amateur wooden boat enthusiast simply writing in order to try to help other amateur wooden boat enthusiasts.. Over the past couple years i have read accounts of builders no longer epoxy coating their wooden boats. instead they are certain to use only the finest marine grade ply and paint the exterior with multiple coats of oil based paint.. Epoxy resin is used for all applications in repair and building including marine repair, home repair, and industrial repair. 2 part clear epoxy resins can be used for general bonding and as an adhesive for fiberglass construction, home construction, boat manufacturing and repair..
Epoxy coatings are generally packaged in two parts that are mixed prior to application. the two parts consist of 1) an epoxy resin which is cross-linked with 2) a co-reactant or hardener. epoxy coatings are formulated based upon the performance requirements for the end product.. Epoxy primers typically can be used above or below the waterline. epoxy primers are appropriate for a wide range of substrates including fiberglass, aluminum and steel. two-part epoxy primers provide a hard, strong base designed for the application of epoxy and polyurethane paint systems.. West system epoxy and our wood/epoxy boats: what does it mean when we say, "built with west system® epoxy?" west system is the brand name for marine epoxy products produced by gougeon brothers, inc.these products include the base resin, several hardeners with differing properties, fillers, and supplies..
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