Hello! It’s holding up well. We’ve had a few scratches on the white where we’ve done touch up’s. We’ve waxed the boat each year which brings back a nice shine. Overall very happy with it’s progress.

That's great to hear! Thanks 👍

Hello! Thanks for your question. The way I would approach this is to heat up your wood prior to applying the epoxy so it’s absorbed deeper into the wood. That with multiple coats will give you a strong water resistant barrier. I think they will be fine to be submerged for extended periods as long as they are completely wrapped in epoxy. One of our other videos where we build an end table uses the heated wood method.

@@chriscourey2286 Thank you for the suggestion

Let's see your paint job

You could but this method might be aggressive for what you want to do as it leaves the gelcoat pitted afterwards and it would be susceptible to absorbing water or having algae stick to it. If your objective is to remove the old paint and the trailer the boat I would recommend sanding it off starting with a low grit paper and working your way up to something higher once the paint is gone and you start to see the gelcoat. I would start with 40 or 60 grit and end with 180 or 200 once you reach the gel coat. As the paint is removed start to increase the grit so you don't dig into the gelcoat too much. If you're so inclined, you could wet sand and polish the bottom afterwards to bring some of the original shine back.

I think it would be difficult to build it back up without it being noticeable. In theory it could work with enough layers and sanding to form it but you could notice the difference depending on the finish for the rest of the door as well as the depth of the chew marks.

Yeah, could have used $1 foam brush instead.

Yes that would work well. The epoxy doesn't like to be in the sun on its own so your varnish will provide a UV filter. We recommend the Epifanes 2-Part Clear Gloss but if you can't find that a comparable marine varnish should work well.

Maybe he already has ED?

​@@technotic_us lmao this comment and the reply 😂

It wil add strength to the wood, seal in the surface against water and stains, and in this case add a glossy finish.

@@chriscourey2286 do you think it would be appropriate to add epoxy to an intricate tool handle?

It should bond without issue to the epoxy once it's fully cured and has been sanded and primed with the manufacturers suggested primer.

@@chriscourey2286 Awesome, TNX!

100% required for a precise finish! :)

Hi Rick - the pumps we’re using are made by West System and they measure the ratio for us. So it’s 1 pump to 1 pump to get the proper mix ratio. I can’t measure for the life of me so I always use the pumps! I have a habit of mixing vigorously to make sure it’s mixed properly and I probably create extra bubbles. For the application I try to put it on as thin as possible and tip the bubbles out after with a brush.

Hi Barbara - we recommend using a marine grade varnish if your epoxied surface will be outside as the epoxy on its own is strong but doesn’t have a UV filter, essentially a sunscreen. Without it, the sun will eventually discolour the epoxy and break it down. The varnish also has the added benefit of adding a smooth gloss or semi gloss finish to your project.

@@DansNauticalShop great info, thanx so much. Do you have any product recs this will cover a tub 29" x 60" on both sides of the plywood, and some side skirting 15x29:. I am hoping a quart of each will suffice?

@@ooohlaa13 yup I’m sure we can come up with something. Can you call us at 519-735-2628 or email [email protected] and we can go through your project in detail to see what would be best?

Thank man!

Hi Don - it’s just a video of us showing how we apply epoxy. No intended purpose other than having fun.

@@chriscourey2286 ok cause I wanted to know about doing my wood work on my boat.

Hahahah They're the unsung heroes. Thanks Mark.

Hey Shane it was the Epifanes two part satin varnish. Worked really well, very easy to use!

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Brian!!

I definitely will! Thanks!