Learning Center

Helpful Information

• Glossary
• Ultimate Fiberglass and Resin Guidebook for Beginners
• Description of Fiberglass Cloth Weaves
• Catalyst Quantity Chart
• Fiberglass Information
• Common Mistakes when Working with Fiberglass and Resin
• Basic Fairing "How To" Guide
• 7 Things You Need to Know Before Starting a Fiberglass Project
• Basic Fiberglass Supply List
• Fiberglass and Resin Calculator

Videos

• Comparing and Choosing Fiberglass Cloth
• Chopped Strand Mat, also known as Fiberglass Mat
• Surface Veil, Roving, Carbon Fiber and Knitted Fabric
• Fiberglass and plywood lamination
• Epoxy Resin – Uses and how to mix
• Eliminating Air Bubbles from Epoxy Resin
• Silicone Mold Making
• Casting with Polyurethane
• Mold Release Application
• How Our 2 Part Polyurethane Pour Foam Works

Info on Fiberglass Cloth and Chopped Strand Mat

• Choosing between Fiberglass Cloth and Chopped Strand Mat (Fiberglass Mat)
• Breakdown of Different Fiberglass Cloths
• Laminating Fiberglass Cloth to Plywood

Info on Other Reinforcements

• Carbon Fiber and Kelvar®
• Woven Roving and Knitted Fabric

Info On Vacuum Bagging

• Vacuum Bagging Materials
• Vacuum Bagging Pumps and Fittings

Info on Safety Precautions

• Safety First!

Info on Fiberglass Resin- Polyester, Epoxy and Vinyl Ester

• Polyester Laminating Resin Guide
• Polyester Resin
• Vinyl Ester and Epoxy Resin
• Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide (MEKP)
• Proglas 1000 Table Top Epoxy Guide
• Common Mistakes when Working with Epoxy Resin
• Using Epoxy, Polyester or Vinyl Ester Resin in Cold Weather
• Elimiating Air Bubbles with Epoxy Resin
• Why it is Necessary to Apply a Seal Coat when Using ProGlas 1000 Table Top Bar Top Epoxy Resin
• How to Apply a Seal Coat with Proglas 1000 Table Top Bar Top Epoxy Resin
• Polyester Resin vs. Epoxy Resin
• Is Epoxy Laminating Resin Right for Your Project?

Info on Fiberglass Gel Coat and Pigments

• Fiberglass Gel Coat and Pigments
• Matching Gel Coat Colors
• Gel Coat Repair Series- Cosmetic Scratches or Cracks
• Gelcoat Trouble Shooting Part 1
• Gelcoat Trouble Shooting Part 2
• Gelcoat Trouble Shooting Part 3
• Gelcoat Trouble Shooting Part 4
• Basic Gel Coat Guide
• The Ultimate Gel Coat Troubleshooting Guide

Info on Fiberglass Mold Making

• Fiberglass Mold Making- Part 1
• Fiberglass Mold Making Part 2
• Fiberglass Mold Release

Info on Fiberglass Fillers

• Fiberglass Fillers

Info on Silicone Mold Making and Casting

• RTV Silicone Mold Making
• Casting with a Two Part Polyurethane
• Tips for Working with RTV Silicone for Mold Making

Info On Fiberglass Rollers

• Fiberglass Rollers

Info on Two Part Polyurethane Foam

• 2lb. Polyurethane Pour Foam Instructions
• Polyurethane Pour Foam FAQ