: I am getting ready to buy my epoxy and glass and have been intrigued by the
: discussion of graphite powder. Is this really the solution to potential
: scratches on the bottom?

My solution is an extra layer of glass--both for strength, and as a sacrificial abrasion layer. I don't worry about the appearance of scratches, and with the extra layer, I don't worry about scratches compromising the integrity of my boat.

A biannual re-varnishing will do wonders for cosmetics.

Shawn

: If I use it is it used with the original wet-out
: or on the subsequent coat? Is it worth the extra effort? The cost seems
: insignificant for the advantages it seems to afford, but I don't hear of
: many people using it.

Mostly because by the time most folks' boats get to that point, they want to put them directly in the water!!!

: BTW, I plan on using MAS unless someone can persuade me differently.

Try Raka--good product, good service, good support, excellent prices.

Shawn