thanks! it's kind of cool how so many people from the websites that i read post here. like i was reading about the leidy hatches a couple of weeks ago in the archives here, and now you respond to my post :-D

i already sanded around where i have sharp edges because they were cutting my fingers every time i was trying to move the boat.

would any grade of scotchbrite work? i don't know what kinds i'm going to find in the local grocery stores, but i'll try the paintstores too and see if maybe they have more selection. besides i'd rather support my future source for varnish than the grocery store anyways

thanks for the tip on rolling it on. what kind of roller should i use? i've been using disposable brushes and squeegees and they work but the epoxy destroys the brushes. is there any way to keep the rollers good for more than just a couple of uses? when i roll it on, do i pour the epoxy onto the boat then spread with the roller, or spread with the squeegee then roll it out from there, or....?

sorry i'm asking 10 questions for every answer i get. i'll try to research this tonight when i get back from work. i gtg in a few minutes so i probably won't be able to read this thread again until tomorrow.

i'm pretty impressed with your software. i do NURBS modelling for fun, and your program makes me want to attempt to design my own kayak next. i think i've got the boatbuilding bug you all talk about here, and it's biting!

: You can use a Scotchbrite pad to scuff the surface - this will be enough to
: get the fill coats to adhere. If you have any rough/sharp glass edges,
: avoid using the Scotchbrite pad around them because they'll shred the pad
: and leave green bits for you you to pick off (assuming a green pad). You
: can hit those areas with 100 grit sandpaper by hand. Wipe off the dust
: with damp paper towels, and then get any remaining residue with some
: denatured alcohol (or mineral spirits, but it takes longer to evaporate).
: After it's all dry, you can apply the epoxy fill coats (rolling is quick
: and produces a thin, even coat).

: Ross