CHOOSING THE RIGHT RESIN - POLYESTER RESIN

Polyester Resin is a liquid which when the catalyst is added, will cure to a solid. It has been specially formulated to cure at room temperature. The hardener, usually MEKP (Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide) is added to begin the curing process. When polyester resin “cures”, it goes through a polymerization process. This process brings it from a liquid state to a solid state. The “polymerization” involved is the connecting of molecules in a grid pattern, which is permanent and results in the resin going from liquid to solid (hard). The MEKP hardener begins this process. Always consult the manufacturer’s instructions for mixing the correct proportions of resin to hardener. Factors that will affect the hardening time and working time are temperature, thickness of the application, quantities of resin mixed per batch, humidity and outdated product beyond 1 year shelf life. Read the rest of this entry »

Installing your Boat Guard cover:
1. Carefully unpack your cover, keeping cover free of dirt and other contaminants in case you need to return the cover for a different size.
2. Place cover over your boat; easiest way is for two people to unfold the cover while draping it over the boat from bow to stern.
3. Once placed over the entire boat be sure the cover you have chosen is the correct size for your boat. The cover should be large enough to cover the boat down to the rub-rail all around the boat.
4. The bow/or stern of the cover has an opening in the hem that allows the shock cord to be tightened. Tighten the cord in the hem of cover securely, tie off and trim ecess, cover should fit snuggly against hull. Read the rest of this entry »

How to Use Your Boat Guard SST Boat Cover

USE AND CARE
Before covering your boat.
1. Remove or firmly tie down detachable accessories, such as auxiliary motors, ladders, spotlights, navigation lights, ski brackets, etc.
2. Pad sharp edges, corners, or projections. The easiest way, is to wrap old towels or pieces of carpeting over and around protrusions. If necessary these pads can be taped firmly in place. Read the rest of this entry »