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Re: Filling the weave
By:Ross Leidy
Date: 7/23/1999, 2:21 pm
In Response To: Filling the weave (Doug K.)

It sounds like you've applied enough epoxy to make the wood waterproof. I believe the rule of thumb is 2 coats on bare wood. With two layers of cloth, you should have plenty.

Ross

> I am wondering if it is necessary to fill the weave inside the yak to
> totally seal the lay-up from moisture. I applied a single seal coat to the
> wood, then 2 layers of 4 oz cloth.

Messages In This Thread

Filling the weave
Doug K. -- 7/23/1999, 12:48 pm
Re: Filling the weave
Will Brockman -- 7/23/1999, 3:49 pm
Re: Filling the weave
Mike Hanks -- 7/23/1999, 10:48 pm
Re: Filling the weave
Ross Leidy -- 7/23/1999, 2:21 pm