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This privacy policy sets out how Fiberglass Florida uses and protects any information that you give Fiberglass Florida when you use this website. Fiberglass Florida is committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected. Should we ask you to provide certain information by which you can be identified when using this website, then you can be assured that it will only be used in accordance with this privacy statement. Fiberglass Florida may change this policy from time to time by updating this page...
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TERMS OF SERVICE ---- OVERVIEW This website is operated by Fiberglass Florida. Throughout the site, the terms “we”, “us” and “our” refer to Fiberglass Florida. Fiberglass Florida offers this website, including all information, tools and services available from this site to you, the user, conditioned upon your acceptance of all terms, conditions, policies and notices stated here. By visiting our site and/ or purchasing something from us, you engage in our “Service” and agree to be ...
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Fiberglass Florida: Awlcraft 3000 – The Next Generation of Yacht Topcoats Awlcraft 3000 is the newest evolution in the Awlgrip® family of marine coatings. Designed as a next-generation acrylic urethane topcoat , it offers a perfect balance of brilliant color, high-gloss retention, and easy repairability . Professional applicators worldwide trust it as the modern standard for yacht finishing. Why Awlcraft 3000 Is Different Next-Level Technology: Builds on decades of Awlgrip innovat...
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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...
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Technical Support & Expert Guidance Working with fiberglass, gelcoat, and marine coatings requires the right materials, correct procedures, and real-world experience. At Fiberglass Florida, technical support is part of what we do every day. Our team works directly with boat builders, repair yards, manufacturers, and serious DIY builders to solve real-world problems using proven materials and practical methods. Call Technical Support Send Us a Message ...
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Mold Building & Tooling Technical Support Building a high-quality fiberglass mold requires more than just materials — it requires proper surface preparation, correct tooling products, and disciplined process control. Fiberglass Florida provides hands-on technical guidance for professional mold builders, boat repair yards, and composite manufacturers using proven composite tooling methods focused on surface quality, dimensional stability, and long-term mold performance...
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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...
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Hand Laminating & Spray-Up Technical Support Hand laminating and spray-up are two of the most common open molding processes used in fiberglass fabrication. While both methods rely on similar materials, success depends on understanding the differences in application technique, resin behavior, and process control. At Fiberglass Florida, we provide technical support to help fabricators, repair yards, and builders choose the right laminating method and materials for their project — a...
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Polyester vs Vinyl Ester Resin: Understanding the Differences Choosing the correct resin is one of the most important decisions in fiberglass lamination. Polyester and vinyl ester resins are both widely used in open molding, hand lay-up, and spray-up applications, but they offer different performance, durability, and cost characteristics. Understanding how these resin systems differ will help you select the right material for your project, environment, and performance requirements. ...
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Preparing Gelcoat for Awlgrip Paint Systems When applying Awlgrip or Awlcraft coatings over fiberglass boats, proper preparation of existing or new gelcoat is critical for long-term adhesion and finish quality. Most adhesion failures in marine paint systems occur because of poor surface preparation rather than product failure. Why Gelcoat Preparation Matters Before applying Awlgrip systems the gelcoat surface must be: Free of wax and contamination Properly sanded to ...
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Boat Restoration Technical Support Guide Last updated: February 2026 Boat restoration is the process of repairing, rebuilding, and refinishing fiberglass boats to restore structural integrity, appearance, and long-term performance. This technical support guide serves as a master reference for understanding materials, repair methods, and best practices used in modern fiberglass boat restoration. This page is designed as a living knowledge base. Each section below will continue ...
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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-t erm durability. Shop Awlgrip Full Application Guide Surface Prep → Primer → Fairing → Primer → Topcoat → Cure Fiberglass Surface Preparation Fiberglass substrates require thorough cleaning and sa...
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Fiberglass Surface Preparation for Awlgrip Paint Before applying Awlgrip mer or topcoat systems, fiberglass surfaces must be properly cleaned, sanded, and prepared. Contamination such as wax, mold release agents, oil, or oxidation will prevent pricoatings from bonding correctly. Need help with a project? Call our coatings team: 321-639-3046 Quick Answer: How Do You Prep Fiberglass for Awlgrip? Clean the surface to remove wax, oil, grease, and contamination Use t...
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