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Welcome to Fiberglass Florida! For over 30 years, Fiberglass Florida has been your trusted source for all things fiberglass. Whether you’re embarking on a small project or a large-scale endeavor, we provide everything you need to achieve success. Our extensive inventory includes epoxies, resins, gel coats, fiberglass knits and wovens, and the renowned AwlGrip paints, ensuring you have the right materials for any job. Our expertise extends across multiple industries, including boat building...

Fiberglass & Gelcoat Technical Support Fiberglass and gelcoat work demands the right materials, proper technique, and an understanding of how each layer in the system works together. Whether you’re making repairs, building a mold, or producing parts, Fiberglass Florida provides technical guidance built on real-world experience. Our team supports professionals and serious DIY builders working with polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy systems. We help you select compatible products, apply them corre...

Open Molding & Lamination Technical Support Open molding and hand lay-up remain some of the most widely used fiberglass manufacturing methods in marine, industrial, and composite fabrication. Successful lamination depends on selecting the correct laminating resin and understanding how resin formulation, processing behavior, and cure characteristics affect the finished composite part. What Are Laminating Resins? Laminating resins are polyes...

Vacuum Infusion Technical Support Vacuum infusion is a closed-mold composite manufacturing process used to produce high-quality fiberglass laminates with precise resin control, improved fiber ratios, and reduced emissions. When set up correctly, infusion delivers consistent, strong, and lightweight parts with excellent surface quality. At Fiberglass Florida, we provide technical support for vacuum infusion projects ranging from small custom parts to large marine and industrial structure...

Awlgrip 545 Epoxy Primer Guide 545 Epoxy Primer is the industry standard undercoat primer used in Awlgrip coating systems. It seals surfacing primers and prepares substrates for Awlgrip or Awlcraft topcoats while providing excellent adhesion and corrosion protection. View Full Awlgrip Application Guide Shop Awlgrip Primers Product Overview Key Features Outstanding adhesion to fiberglass, steel, aluminum and wood Corrosion resistant epoxy primer Used above or...

Awlgrip Surface Preparation Guide Proper surface preparation is the most important step in any Awlgrip paint system. Different substrates require specific cleaning procedures, sanding profiles, and primer systems to achieve proper adhesion and long-term durability. Shop Awlgrip Full Application Guide Surface Prep → Fairing → Primer → Topcoat → Cure → Finish ...

Awlgrip Yacht Paint Application Guide Complete professional guide to surface preparation, priming, fairing, and applying Awlgrip marine coatings. Built for boat builders, professional painters, and first-time users who want a flawless finish. Guide Contents Overview of Awlgrip Coating Systems Surface Preparation Fundamentals Preparing Fiberglass & Gelcoat Preparing Aluminum Preparing Steel Preparing Wood Fairing Compounds & Surface Correction...

Awlgrip Application Guide › Surface Preparation › Fiberglass Fiberglass Surface Preparation for Awlgrip Paint Before applying Awlgrip primer or topcoat systems, fiberglass and gelcoat surfaces must be properly cleaned, sanded, and prepared. Mold release agents, wax contamination, and oxidation will prevent epoxy primers from bonding correctly. Need help with a project? Call our coatings team: 321-639-3046 Quick Answer: How Do You Prep Fiberglass for Awlgrip?...

Awlgrip Application Guide › Surface Preparation › Previously Painted Surfaces Preparing Previously Painted Surfaces for Awlgrip Many boat refinishing projects involve applying new Awlgrip coatings over existing paint. Proper inspection, cleaning, and sanding determines whether the existing system can be recoated or must be removed. Need help with a project? Call our coatings team: 321-639-3046 Quick Answ...

Awlgrip Application Guide › Surface Preparation › Aluminum Aluminum Surface Preparation for Awlgrip Aluminum substrates require specific cleaning, profiling, and corrosion-protection priming to achieve a yacht-grade Awlgrip finish. Per the official Awlgrip YPAC training, prepped aluminum must be primed within 8 hours to prevent oxide regrowth. Need help with a project? Call our coatings team: 321-639-3046 ...

Max Cor CF Epoxy Primer (Controlled Fusion Technology) How and Why to Use Max Cor CF Max Cor CF Epoxy Primer is a high-performance, chromate-free corrosion primer engineered for aluminum and steel in marine and industrial environments. Designed with Controlled Fusion Technology, it chemically bonds to properly prepared metal surfaces to create a durable, corrosion-resistant foundation for subsequent coatings. This system is ideal for aluminum boats, towers, structural components, a...

Mirka Marine Surface Finishing Systems From heavy sanding to high-gloss finishing — complete systems for fiberglass, gelcoat, and marine coatings. About Mirka Mirka Ltd is a global leader in abrasives technology, delivering complete sanding and polishing systems designed to improve surface quality, efficiency, and profitability. ISO 9001 – Quality Assurance ISO 14001 – Environmental Management OHSAS 18001 – Occupational Safety Perfect Surfac...

  FF · AWLGRIP GUIDE ⌕   EDITION 22 Fiberglass Florida · Florida's Awlgrip Technical Hub Awlgrip Application Guide The complete professional reference for Awlgrip coatings — surface preparation, spray gun setup, primers, topcoats, defect diagnosis, and repair. Adapted for Florida's climate by Fiberglass Florida. Surface Prep Spray Gun Settings Primers Topcoats Paint Defects Maintenance & Repair Florida Climate ...