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Repair and Maintenance

A boat represents a substantial investment: when left unchecked many of the maintenance and boat repairing problems unique to the structure can threaten your investment.  Although many of these problems can be intimidating, with the correct techniques and materials they are not difficult to solve and are within the capabilities of the average boatie.  WEST SYSTEM brand epoxy can save the boat owner expensive labour boat repairing costs while getting professional results.

WEST SYSTEM brand technical publications and CD's provide detailed procedures and instructions for specific repair and construction applications.

  • Fibreglass Boat Repair and Maintenance
  • Gelcoat Blisters: Diagnosis, Repair, Prevention
  • Wooden Boat Restoration and Repair
  • Final Finishing & Fairing

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