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I have been considering using polyester resin for making kayaks. My reasons being reduced cost and the (perceived) convince of being able control the setup times.
So in reading in-between the lines, for a S&G kayak I should use epoxy resin for filleting the seams (adhesive strength) and sealing the wood (better moisture resistance), then apply glass and finishing coats of polyester resin for reduces cost and improved UV protection.
Questions: - Does this sound like a reasonable approach? - Is there and compatibility (epoxy/polyester) concerns? - Is the UV protection of polyester good enough that painting would be optional?
Hank
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