You will have to sand the epoxy. If you put on the proper amount, it won't get into the weave, but a little into the weave isn't bad. It will look like crap when you sand the epoxy, but to make yourself feel better for a while, sponge off a section after sanding and see how clear it will be once you do varnish.

> Hi. I've been following this message board for a while & have gotten
> some valuable info. Problem now is being able to get a nice smooth coat
> from MAS Epoxy. All I get is an "orange peel" effect, even after
> a water wash & a laquer thinner cleaning, as per CLC instructions.
> Anyone have these problems or know of a solution?

> 2nd Question: If I do show the glass weave after sanding, is this a bad
> thing that has to be fixed or can I just go to the varnishing? I am leery
> of putting on more epoxy after the problems I am having getting a fresh
> coating.