> In one of my books (Wood and Canvas Kayak Building - George Putz) there is
> a paragraph in the back that reffers to being able to use a
> "paper" skin instead of canvas on a skin on frame kayak.
> Supposedly, by using three layers of paper bag type paper with shelac
> coating/binder you can produce a very strong yet flexible covering.

I once came across a website for Paper Boat Construction(can't remember the URL, but you should be able to find it by surfing). They use kraft paper(the type of paper used for grocery bags - it's the strongest grade available), and GLUED the layers together with Titebond, or similar woodworking glue. The last layer gets several coats of varnish and/or epoxy. Sounds interesting and funky.

- Patrick ppierquet@teltech.com