My Fiberglass Layup FAILED, Here's How I Fixed It

Sometimes fiberglass layups just don't go as planned. In this video, I walk through how I removed a failed fiberglass and epoxy layup from my kayak after suspecting the glass cloth had been contaminated ,causing the epoxy to not bond properly. Using a heat gun, I was able to soften the epoxy just enough to peel the fiberglass cloth away cleanly. I'll show you the technique I used, what to watch for, and how to avoid damaging the kayak surface underneath. Whether you're dealing with a bad layup, contaminated cloth, or just need a do-over, this method might save your project. Season 4 - Episode 31 What's covered: - Why the layup failed (possible cloth contamination) - Using a heat gun to soften cured epoxy - Peeling technique to remove fiberglass cleanly - Surface condition after removal “If you’re going to make it, make it beautiful.” Bob Emser As an advocate for backyard boat builders I offer a free 30 minute chat about your project. If you'd like to schedule a chat here is a link. https://calendly.com/artofboatbuilding/boat-building More from The Art of Boatbuilding https://theartofboatbuilding.com/ Subscribe for more Boat Building from The Art of Boat Building: https://www.youtube.com/user/bobemser/featured?sub_confirmation=1 Share this video with a friend: https://youtu.be/YRB-PXW0aK4 How to support The Art of Boat Building. Purchase Official Merchandise here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-art-of-boat-building/ Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/theartofboatbuilding Watch next Recommended Playlists Building Kayaks https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNEOO85GTL9c43ExyzNDgq3z8qCcFvwWI Tool Making: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNEOO85GTL9dybkv4vs5lvflq1b47XPpz Let’s connect: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BobEmserAmericanSculptor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofboatbuilding/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobemser/ Bob Emser American Sculptor: https://www.bobemser.com #theartofboatbuilding #artofboatbuilding #makeitbeautiful#woodenboatbuilding #buildingasmallboat #buildingasailboat #shipwright #toolbuilding #Haven12 #herreshoff #shipwright#BoatBuilding #WoodDuck12 #KayakBuilding #Woodworking #DIYBoats #WoodenKayak #MarineCraft #BoatMaker #Craftsmanship #WoodworkingProjects #BoatBuildingTutorial