by craig on Tue Jul 08, 2014 2:29 pm
I'm curious about using graphite/epoxy mixture for the hull. I've heard that it gives a very strong, smooth finish when sanded down really well. What is the technique for application? I guess just fiberglass as usual, but for the third epoxy coat to fill the weave, use the graphite/epoxy mix? Then sand down as usual.
Does the final mixture need to be painted to protect the epoxy from UV damage, or is the black graphite enough protectant? If using graphite made the hull tougher, slicker, and avoids the need to paint (if you don't need antifouling because you trailer the boat), it might be a very good idea.
Titania, launched January 2015