Well done Paul ,great job !! You make it look so easy
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Just tissue coat was a challenge hence the day rubbing down
@alanminshall18243 жыл бұрын
You have to be so pleased with that. Well done. Can't wait to see it full of water and then the fish added. The fish will love it.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate, yes im very pleased with the result seeing its my first time fibreglassing...love the black top coat paint...gives such a nice finish....if fish not happy then im getting penguins....haha
@markevans89483 жыл бұрын
Brill Paul nearly there chuffed for ya cant wait to see your babies in there looks superb
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Yep mate nearly there but im looking forward to building my church style filter house
@tyrosser74012 жыл бұрын
Thank you for making this video! Its been very helpful and has given me a bit more confidence for doing my pond fiberglassing project.
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Your so welcome my friend
@Simonsimps3 жыл бұрын
Well done. Everything is crossed for you Paul. Good luck on the fill. Cheers.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to it mate
@nikolaucznaum43123 жыл бұрын
Well done Paul, your efforts have inspired me to fibreglass my new pond build. I was going to go for a box liner but seeing your results looks to be spot on!!..
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate ,that makes me happy...KZbin is very helpful sometimes
@goldencorndiarys14583 жыл бұрын
Wow amazing Paul ,how it transforms it the flow coat you have done a amazing job I have no doubt it will hold water cant wait for the next video xx
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Katrina, very happy with how its starting to look
@stubbsaquatics60803 жыл бұрын
What an amazing job.. And only a couple bubbles.. Wow..impressive
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
hope the fish like it or it becomes a hot tub haha
@stubbsaquatics60803 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond thats going to be one big hot tub.. Hmmm the viewing windows might be a hit 😄
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@stubbsaquatics6080 got my budgie smugglers ready mate...haha
@neilp34063 жыл бұрын
Brilliant job mate! You’ve got to be pleased with that!
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Deffo mate...better than i thought
@CBersPond3 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul 👍 You must be really pleased the way it's turned out. Stay safe.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
for my first time mate ,its turned out better than i thought it would
@ianevans38983 жыл бұрын
Looking good Paul your doing a great job 👍👍 keep up the good work stay safe 🌈🌈🌈
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers bud...very pleased with how its looking
@asimahmed16932 жыл бұрын
💗 love the video ....very informational
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Thanks jimmy
@satyentrivedi3716 Жыл бұрын
paul beautiful job,could i ask the paint you used over the fibreglass,fella it looks fantastic,really does ,hat off too ya.
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
its called Topcoat and you will find it at any fibreglass company mate...new pond build coming soon mate
@kevinallison28563 жыл бұрын
Top job buddy. Enjoyed your re build from start to now. Credit due to you. Hope to god it holds water an dont leak. A crackin job buddy. Well done.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate....the filter house is what im looking forward to building now
@jeanlewis11323 жыл бұрын
Wow Paul, your hard work is really paying off. Nice to see a glimpse of your dad helping , and also a sneaky peek of mum in the conservatory (she could have given us a wave). The fish will think they are in a 5* hotel when they get there.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Mum hiding from the work as usual
@KoiRun503 жыл бұрын
Hand crafted to perfection. Can’t beat it.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy...very pleased with how its looking
@Tom_Prendiville3 жыл бұрын
Looks awesome Paul mate 👍🏼
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanls tom..im pleased with how its looking
@Tom_Prendiville3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond hopefully it holds water 💦
@andycox38623 жыл бұрын
Looking goooood matey 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
thanks buddy, for my first attempt im very pleased with the end result...(if it holds water)
@andygoulding9402 Жыл бұрын
Great job Paul..I have a couple of questions,,, what was your resin mix in the end. I'm just about to do my pond but the instructions are mind blowing..also do you mix activator with the flow coat.
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hello mate...the topcoat at the end does need the hardener mixed in with it....the less of activator you mix in determines how long you have to play with it
@Simon.Bryant3 жыл бұрын
Great job! Well done. I’ve really been enjoying your pond build videos. Cracking stuff!! 👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
thanks buddy, the best are still to come mate
@davecooke9143 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul 👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate, im happy with results
@gman1087 Жыл бұрын
Hey Paul....really enjoyed this video.....im about to do same but not sure what materials to use.....can u please point me in the direction of what resin and gell coat you used...the supplier please...many thanks
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
I used fibre glass direct on the Internet mate...I will use them again on my new one soon....Good luck mate
@zoranpavlovski13522 жыл бұрын
Great job, and very well explaind!
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Zoran..it was my first time and was do happy i gave it a try my friend
@daveluxford623610 ай бұрын
Awesome job mate looks fantastic! Did you buy the fibreglass etc as a whole kit?
@PaulsKoipond10 ай бұрын
Yes mate from fibreglass direct....that was my old pond, about to start new build in new property
@aaroncooper7792 жыл бұрын
awesome job paul i was thinking of fiberglassing my new wood framed pond what would i need to get to get to were ytou have mate do you have links of what i would need please
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
have a look at where i got all mine from mate, speak to them they are very helpful fibreglass direct
@robertnicholls94093 жыл бұрын
Glad to see you wore a mask, where I use to work had a fibreglass dept, if went in there for 5min you could taste it for rest of day and the smell just clings to you, hope all goes well with the fill, but just before you fill carefully run your hand slowly over the entire area, it won't take much to injure your koi and it's a lot harder to find once water is in it. Rob.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Probably gonna have a little rub down before 1 more coat....did spend a whole day rubbing down the fibreglass before so it is very smooth
@robertnicholls94093 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond stinks like hell the resin don't it, does the flow coat smell as bad, only time I've done any fibreglass was a small patch on my dad's 3 wheeler reliant robin when idiot next door ran into it. At least you now have the main pond done which must be a huge relief.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@robertnicholls9409 yes mate top coat just as bad...a large spider ran out of the bottom drain pipe and instantly curled up and died...fumes are bad...very flammable
@robertnicholls94093 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond how did you get on with vac and fumes, as soon as you mentioned it I wondered about any fumes with elecric motor, did you end up using it. Rob.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@robertnicholls9409 as the machine stayed outside it worked ok to suck the fumes out...could just feel the fumes on my eyes...as i said in video i dont know how people do this everyday
@w.k.pitsallaboutthefish64603 жыл бұрын
Your a braver man than me lol it looks top notch well done sir 👍🐟
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I do like to have a go mate...very happy with how its looking
@progressivepondkeeping3 жыл бұрын
That looks amazing mate really nice job 👌👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Glad i spent a day rubbing down mate...paid in the long run...really pleased with how its looking
@progressivepondkeeping3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond happy days mate I knew you would do a good job it's going to be stunning 👌
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@progressivepondkeeping cheers bud....best is yet to come mate 😉
@progressivepondkeeping3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond 👌👍
@barrysims6163 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul your doing a great job. I will be building a bigger pond next year so I am in the planning & costing stage. Could you give me an idea of how much the complete fibreglass kit cost please, I don't need any details, just a total. Thanks very much.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
paid about 500 mate, but i over estimated because i have plans for the leftovers
@barrysims6163 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Thanks for that, definitely helps with my plans. Look forward to your next video.
@stubbsaquatics60803 жыл бұрын
Been looking forward to this my friend... As I am sure you were.. Haven't used fiberglass in so so very long.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
cheers mate, top layer of tissue caused a little stress ,but spent a day rubbing down and got it nice and smooth...very happy with end result....looks like a pond again
@ACKoi3 жыл бұрын
Nice mate looks good not long now 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Best part is still to come bud
@Pj-yy2my3 жыл бұрын
you done a great job there looks nice can i ask where you got materials from going to have a go at doing mine
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Fibreglass direct website mate...im glad i tried
@nickyrees56563 жыл бұрын
good job going to glass mine soon so thanks for the tips good video
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate glad it helped
@richardfrost10262 ай бұрын
Hi Paul I no it's was a long time a go but can you remember the mixing ratio for the fibreglass
@PaulsKoipond2 ай бұрын
@richardfrost1026 hi mate, just finished my new one so I can remember, I used 10ml of hardener to 1 litre of resin....gives you a little bit more time to work with it mate
@chrisartis42843 жыл бұрын
Nicely done 🤙👌
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate...pleased with how its looking now
@richardfrost1026 Жыл бұрын
Hi there i dont know if you remember when u fiberglass your pond when did u do the floor and what grade fiberglass did you use
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hi mate...floor was done last but I can't remember what grade I used...speak to fibreglass direct I'm sure they will help you
@tonyquinn74793 жыл бұрын
Fantastic well done 👏
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony
@BigGuyAl0073 жыл бұрын
Fair play you had a go yourselves! GBR linning watch on here! If you want to do your own! Good luck 👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy....i do like to give it a go mate
@adrianberry74753 жыл бұрын
Great video mate, where did you get your fibreglass supplies from?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Got it from fibreglass direct website...very helpful
@mykoijourney49793 жыл бұрын
Hi mate hope you don’t mind me asking where you got your fibreglass from and is there Pacific one to get for ponds and how did you work out how much you needed and a rough cost many thanks glen
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I got mine from fibreglass direct...found them very helpful with measures
@mikeplece69453 жыл бұрын
Paul. You have done so well. I told you it wasn’t hard eh? The hoovers a bad bad idea unless it’s intrinsically safe. Explosion is possible mate. Still an excellent job. You should be proud of yourself. I’ve done a few ponds and roofs with glass and I love people that have a go.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy...if the vacuum had blown up then i would of had a bigger pond and more clay to deal with....thanks mate
@mikeplece69453 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond it’s my 25 years in health and safety mate! Retired now thank god!
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@mikeplece6945 its a important piece of information mate which i will correct in next video...thanks for making me aware
@geoffpaten37053 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul good job. Where did you get your fiberglass from pls and wat did you use around the return pipe to seal it thanks hope you can help
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Hi Geoff...fibreglass i got online from fibreglass direct website and to seal the return i used HA6 sealent which i used before and really like...hope that help buddy
@geoffpaten37053 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond thanks Paul that's a big help 😆 keep the vids coming love watching them👌👌
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@geoffpaten3705 cheers mate i really appreciate that
@richardfrost1026 Жыл бұрын
Hi there can I ask if you can remember where did you get your fiberglass kit from please
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Bought it all from a company called fiberglass direct...they were very helpful mate and I will be buying my new pond kit from them aswell
@babbluhbk3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul Nice video. What is that black coat you applied at the end. If its a paint, Please help me with the type of paint you used.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Its called flo coat....its a special paint which you mix with a hardener so it dries very hard...thanks for watching my friend
@richardfrost10263 жыл бұрын
Hi mate pond looking good can I ask where you got your fiberglass stuff from and the size of your pond please
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I bought it from.fibreglass direct...i have a bit left over as im going to.rebuild my wildlife pond over winter...first time ive ever used fibreglass but enjoyed every second of it...cheers mate
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Pond holds 2000 gallons bud
@richardfrost10263 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@danieldavis99463 жыл бұрын
Done a good job there m8, just make sure the flow coat cures proply you will no if its not cured it will turn a dull whitish wen wet. 👍
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
cheers mate for the tip, will leave it a few days until i start the refill test
@netcalibur2 жыл бұрын
Excellent job. After all done how long you have to wait before fill it with water and safe for fish?
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Leave it empty for a week mate then fill with tap water and leave for another week...i emptied it then and refilled with water through a carbon block...then fish went back in mate
@netcalibur2 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond oh, so there is a waiting time. Thanks for reply 👍👍👍
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
@@netcalibur i probably waited a bit longer mate just too make sure there was no chemicals leaking into the water....goid luck mate
@IcenI_Koi3 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, looks great. Can I ask where you got the materials from please? Stay safe & well.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Fibreglass direct website mate
@IcenI_Koi3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond How much did you need Paul and did you have any left over?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I over bought mate because i still have plans for some....i think it was the 30 square metres pond kit...just under 500
@markwalker2373 Жыл бұрын
Thinking of fibreglassing my new build pond myself is the resin a special fish safe one
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
No mate , but once you have finished I would advise you to fill the pond up with clean water and leave it for a week or 2 ,then empty it and refill with fresh water before adding fish...that's what I did and everything was OK...Good luck mate
@countrykoipond3 жыл бұрын
I have been a bit worried for you but it turns out you have been working hard and everything is ok. Just put plenty of sealant around the BD, skimmer and glass etc
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
more deserving people to worry about then me bud, sealants all ready for when its completely dry
@melissathompson9700 Жыл бұрын
Hi, I'm doing research so I can make a final plan for my above ground pond, your video was extremely helpful! Do the air bubbles matter too much?
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Hi Melissa...any help you need please ask...Air bubbles are most helpful in hot weather as the warmer the water the less it holds air in it..if you have the water return from the filter and you can make it splash into the pond is also helpful...Good luck and keep me informed
@asterixborden-koi68813 жыл бұрын
Hi Pau you are a brave man I don’t think I could attempt this myself but it’s looking good m8
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I feel more of an achievement when ive had a go
@asterixborden-koi68813 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond yeah I’m a carpenter and Joiner by trade but have dabbled in most trades plastering tiling plumbing electrical roofing and other stuff but I can honestly say I don’t think I would have the Confidence in Fibreglass 🤔
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@asterixborden-koi6881 buy a small pack on ebay and have a practice....mate if i can do it then im sure you would be able to
@brandonmonroe70502 жыл бұрын
Nicely done and solid as a rock. Im curious how many gallons of resin did it take?
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
It was 2 big drums mate but i cant remember how many litres they held....sorry buddy
@davidneil14523 жыл бұрын
Is it possible to put a couple of coats of flow coat on over pond paint as i am struggling to seal my pond that i have just painted tia And great job by the way
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Sorry buddy i dont know....i wish i could me more help
@kimberharvey94862 жыл бұрын
Would like to know how much product it took to complete this project and where you purchase the product.
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Hi...i ordered all my stuff from fibreglass direct..you tell them the measurements. And.they will supply the kit for all you need
@tyrosser74012 жыл бұрын
If you don't mind me asking, how did your work the fiberglass around your bottom drain, returns, skimmer, windows, etc.? Thinking through how to do that part has been stressing me out! do you fiberglass up to the edge and than silicone to seal them? What do you think is the best method?
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
With the bottom drain i fibreglassed a little into it and then when fully dry i used a lot of sealent to make sure it was sealed..fibreglass wont stick to glass mate so fibreglass as close as possible and again use plenty of sealent...i was nervous at first but soon found it wasn't that bad to do....make sure you wear a mask as the fumes are pretty bad.good luck and let me know how you get on buddy
@tyrosser74012 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Hey Paul, Thank you for responding to me! That all makes sense. I'm currently pretty far along in building my block pond. Bottom drains are in and all that's left before fiber glassing is pouring the cement floor. But I'm running into a problem I'm hoping you might have some advice on. WARNING: this is going to be an overly long explanation. I’m a big fan the way ponds in the UK are built. I think lining a block pond with fiberglass makes all the sense in the world. This is how I want to construct my pond. Only one problem, I live in the US. I’ve yet to find any suppliers here who carry what I need to build my dream pond. But I’m very determined. I’m not willing to settle for a rubber liner pond. If I can’t build my pond the way I want it to be built, than what is the point? Naturally, I started looking into companies in the UK who sell fiberglass pond kits. They look amazing!! And I found several companies who sell them! I want to buy one so I can do my pond justice and build it the way I like. Here is the problem: none of them I’ve corresponded with are willing to ship to the US. I let them know that I understand if there is additional shipping charges/convenience fee for all the trouble. But they have been pretty adamant that they just don’t ship outside the UK/Ireland. Naturally, I’m turning to strangers on the internet for help! Lol Do you know of any fiberglass pond kit suppliers who would be willing to work with me? Do you have any solutions you can think of that I can’t? I greatly appreciate any help or advice you might have. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
@carpmadandrew2 жыл бұрын
How did you make the Flowcoat ok to be rolled on? Cheers Andrew
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Yes after i painted around the windows and corners
@sarabhabib10032 жыл бұрын
What specifically did you use for the topcoat? Thank you.
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Sorry mate i cant remember but all details are in the video...speak to fibreglass direct if you need any help...they are very helpful
@nickyrees56563 жыл бұрын
HI Paul did you use a paddle roller
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Yes mate but it was just the tissue coat i had a little with
@adambiggs17822 жыл бұрын
How much did it cost in materials? Where did you get the materials from?
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
I bought a pond kit from fibreglass direct for the size i wanted...everything is included in the kit what you need...if i remember it was just over 500 i think
@kushtykoi50863 жыл бұрын
Good job 👍🏻
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
thanks bud, im very pleased with how its looking
@RoystonDay3 ай бұрын
What's the Resin called your using mate
@PaulsKoipond3 ай бұрын
@RoystonDay I bought all mine from fibreglass direct...I didn't take any notice of the name but if you contact them I'm sure they can help you
@richardfrost102611 ай бұрын
Hi there can you remember where you got your paint from if you can remember sorry to be a pain
@PaulsKoipond11 ай бұрын
The whole lot came from fibreglass direct mate
@richardfrost102611 ай бұрын
Thank you paul
@Cyberbobxxxx Жыл бұрын
Hi how long did you leave it before the fish went in?
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
About a week mate,that's after I emptied the pond and refilled it.cheers mate
@centurionC1003 жыл бұрын
Outstanding!!! I was looking all over the internet for a video just like this. It appears that professionals doing fiberglass lay up for Koi Ponds don't want to show a simple how to video. Showing how you prepared everything and the fiberglass lay up to cover seams during the second lay up was just what I was looking for. Looks more professional than the guys that get paid big bucks!
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate...i do like to try myself as it gives me more of a sence of achievement
@davidminton99373 жыл бұрын
Paul, really great work on your pond upgrade. Did you sand the walls lightly prior to fibreglassing to avoid any sharpe protrusions ?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
I did mate as i knew i could get it smother...then i went over with another coat of resin before the top coat which is lovely and thick and dries even harder...thanks bud
@richardkoicross3 жыл бұрын
Did you not use a layoff roller to get the air bubbles out
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
i used a paddle roller mate, dont know if thats the same thing...it was more the tissue layer i had trouble with
@ricey61053 жыл бұрын
Great job Paul.., just goes to show if your methodical and have all the equipment ready you can get a great outcome... let’s hope others glass there own ponds after watching this as I will be... there is No way I can justify some of the prices you get quoted
@northeastponding29362 жыл бұрын
What resin did you use and what top coat ?
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
I ordered all my kit from fibreglass direct....they are very helpful and will answer any questions mate
@transform98832 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul, I like the job that you did on this. What resin did you use for this? I would like to fibreglass a pond myself in a year or two and I am hoping that it is possible with polyester resin.
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Think it was the polyester resin i used mate...i think i show.it in the video....i found it not that hard to do mate just be careful of the fumes
@transform98832 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond Thank you!
@marekskoipond90833 жыл бұрын
I'm sure it wasn't, but you made that look easy, hope it all works out well.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate...just tissue coat is the tricky part
@greenmachinesweden3 жыл бұрын
Well done mate.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Cheers buddy
@danieltait1233 жыл бұрын
I understand if you don’t answer as it’s personal but how much did it cost you? And did you get a quote for someone to do it?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
If i remember i think the fibreglassing kit cost about £500
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
No i didn't get a quote as i knew i was going to try doing it myself buddy
@danieltait1233 жыл бұрын
You did an awesome job and have shown it’s possible! Good for you!
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@danieltait123 thanks mate...just hope it helps others to think about having a go themselves
@davidneil14523 жыл бұрын
What resin did you use paul ?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Hi mate..it was a Polyester gelcoat i think...on the video i name the people i bought it all from and if you look on there website it will tell you mate
@davidneil14523 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond cheers thanks
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
I worked in a workshop for 7 years using resin like this, you do get used to the smell. It gets into your clothes, never wash these clothes in a family washing machine. The only time I ever noticed the smell, was when I had a couple of weeks holiday away from the workshop, walked back into work..... then I’d notice the smell.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
even when wearing a mask, it was still strong..i think the float coat was just as bad...was glad when i got out of the pond
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond being in that enclosed space, didn’t help. If you had a heater going, then the smell and fumes would have been worse. The heat will make the resin cure quicker. But you can get an accelerator to mix into the resin first before adding the catalyst. But it must be mixed it really well before adding the Catalyst. Accelerator and the catalyst should be kept in different areas as they can be combustible together.
@2010wembley3 жыл бұрын
Did you not paddle roller it?
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Yes mate but tissue coat was the tricky part
@2010wembley3 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond good effort for a first attempt. Once waters in it will look perfect 👍🏻
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@2010wembley hope so bud
@andygoulding9402 Жыл бұрын
What is the black paint
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
It's called topcoat and you can get it at any fibreglass supplier...its lovely to work with
@ANDY-we7mr2 жыл бұрын
i bet you saved a fortune paul not a bad job that
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Did save a lot obviously but glad i tried myself and feel proud that i had a go mate
@gadgettv89282 жыл бұрын
Where can I get polyester resn from 20kg under £100
@PaulsKoipond2 жыл бұрын
Got all my kit from fibreglass direct mate...have a look on their website...hope this helps
@jamesboots4373 жыл бұрын
Looks really good. You can come and do mine if like🙂xx
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
Wouldn’t bother with a coat of resin, the float coat will do the same.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
i was learning as i went along mate, watching videos for the help
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond a good way to learn, I do that by watching vids on plumbing etc
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 this is when KZbin comes into its own...most things are on here for reference and help
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
Spikes are your worst enemy, if you don’t sand them out then water will be dragged down the spike and undermining your laminating
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy for the tip
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond .......... I’m an old sod, reliving his past by watching your video. It’s a long time since I used glass fibre, but the basics remain in my head. !!!
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 luckily the pond held water and fish have moved in...did you ever get used to the fumes...stung my eyes
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
@@PaulsKoipond ........ I started in 1993 with a bunch of guys, re-lining factory roof gutters, then I went into a workshop environment in 1994 to learn how to make gutters/down pipes and rainwater hopper heads. That’s a totally different form of laminating as ‘air bubbles’ are the worst enemy. Air bubbles with your video laminating don’t matter really. Air bubbles with using a gel coat base in a mould, does matter. Yes you get used to the smell and it never effected my eyes, I never wore goggles or a mask (stupid me!!!) Make sure you either wear goggles when squeezing the catalyst bottle or use at arms length, those bottles can split and as you know, that catalyst in your eyes is a ‘goodby to your eye site’.
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@radiogramgramophonetoons5802 like an idiot i used the pond vac to help suck the fumes out, completely forgot about the flammable side of it...luckily i got away with it or the pond would of been a bit bigger
@chrisclarke7828 Жыл бұрын
You did well, great sense of achievement when you finish something you never done before, bit like having sex for the first time.
@PaulsKoipond Жыл бұрын
Haha...never thought of it like that mate....Will be building a new better pond soon mate
@welshbusman9 ай бұрын
i used salt to wash mine down
@PaulsKoipond9 ай бұрын
Will remember that on the new build I'm building now mate
@alansmall90713 жыл бұрын
Good attempt but shame about all the pin holes due to not soaking fibreglass properly before paddle rolling hope it doesn’t leak and that you’re glass doesn’t crack once pond full good luck
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
Will make some good tv though....guess we will see very soon
@Dumdum8888883 жыл бұрын
Alan are you and Matt a couple now?? Lol. Paul your job will be fine. Great first attempt. Mind seal the drain and inlets with sealant. 👍🏻👍🏻. Good job. 👍🏻👍🏻 Plus don’t forget you’ve saved yourself minimum £3000 compared to getting a certain glasser to do your job. 😜😜
@PaulsKoipond3 жыл бұрын
@@Dumdum888888 haha thanks mate
@radiogramgramophonetoons58023 жыл бұрын
@@Dumdum888888 ............ £3000 !!!!!!! Shit I’d have done it for half that amount
@Chequr_Prostate2 жыл бұрын
Toxicity of the product will always be on the tin.