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By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor The beauty of naturally finished wood on a boat is appealing to many boat owners, but the maintenance of clear wood finishes is an ongoing task. One way to reduce this task is to stabilize the moisture content of the wood with epoxy. Residents in Michigan or Florida […]
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor Investigating the Damage As with any repair, determining the extent of the damage is paramount. One must embody a marine surveyor’s mindset to determine the underlying issue, then devise an effective repair that will also prevent the problem from returning. The first step I took was to “sound” […]
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor “What Is the Shelf Life of West System® Epoxy?” The short answer is: It depends, but usually a really long time. …but you didn’t come here for just the short answer, did you?
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor Taking inspiration from charcuterie boards, I decided to craft a decorative wooden board for my kitchen. What else do you do when you have 154 sample size specimens of wood laying around?
By Don Gutzmer – GBI Technical Advisor If your swim platform is experiencing water penetration, a repair or even a rebuild could be in your near future. We’ll show you how to measure the damage, and perform a successful repair that will last for years to come.
