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Why Fiberglass A Boat?

Why Fiberglass A Boat?

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on May 28th 2015

The following article is excerpted from our book, "How to Fiberglass a Boat". It may seem self-evident why one should want to cover a boat with fiberglass. But the surprising thing is that … read more
Boatbuilder Tips

Boatbuilder Tips

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Jan 3rd 2014

This week I came across a couple of really good tips from other builders on our Forum and one via email. If you've built a boat before or many times, you may think the way you do things is common know … read more
Think Before You Fiberglass

Think Before You Fiberglass

Posted by Glen Witt on Aug 31st 2012

THINK BEFORE YOU FIBERGLASS   You are ready to apply the fiberglass covering to the boat you are building. All of the screw holes and imperfections have been filled and sanded smooth. You e … read more

Build Your Dream Boat #21

Posted by Gayle Brantuk on Aug 3rd 2010

Today we’re going to talk about fiberglassing a wood boat. Many are under the impression that when you apply fiberglass to a wood hull, it makes it structurally stronger and therefore, thinner or less … read more