: With much help from this site, a few books and many enjoyable hours, I am
: ready to seal my sof. I used the 13oz polyester from Dyson to skin the
: frame,sewn with dental floss. Looking for best recommendations on the
: material to use to seal the boat. I like the translucent look myself. Any
: advice greatly appreciated.
: Harold.

In some tests I did a few weeks ago I found that the waterbased Varathane bonded to poly very well. I tested it on 10oz from Tacoma Tent and Awning. It stayed very clear and tough against basic cratches and dings...

Also some weeks ago it was posted that some folks up in the northwest had sloshed some thinned finish around inside their boats to saturate the interior of the skin and they found that it even helped bring out a more transluscent affect. They used Varathane ( oil based I believe ) but I'm sure it would have the same affect with the waterbased. I think it was Robert Morris that posted this so you can check back and see... It was an interesting read.

Rehd