How to Apply Gelcoat -Part one-

*AN UPDATED VIDEO HAS BEEN UPLOADED* A question I get most asked is "how do I apply gelcoat" while the answer is never a quick or short one, I decided to make a very quick how to video explaining how to get the first layer of gel on your boat.

In this video I show how to apply the gelcoat over a semi set layer of fiberglass and polyester resin ( of course its totalboat stuff ) Here I use a roller and a cheap chip brush. My preferred method is spraying the gelcoat, but this is the best method for something we're just going to sand later. In a video to come ill show my method for applying laminating gelcoat, with one final layer of waxed gelcoat. Thanks for watching, don't forget to subscribe!! Oh and use those discount codes.

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[pyro]

I found using a hvlp spray gun with a 2.5mm tip. And also using a patch booster from fiber glass supply for the gel at %25-%30 works the best and following directions works great

[marybrantley-mu]

this is a straight forward common sense video. important part of the video is explaining how to mix 2%, and clarifying if you're using waxed or unwaxed gelcoat. It was confusing because you say you're going to use the laminating gelcoat next. I understand laminating gelcoat as unwaxed that goes down before adding waxed gelcoat you cure. so, if you're going to use laminating gelcoat next as you say, then the layer you demonstrated must have been waxed which is opposite of what I understand. I more confused than ever by this video.

[TotalBoat]

Great tips! Thanks Will, its looking awesome!

[nmartin]

thanks for a nice quick view of the basics.

[azcharlie]

I've found that using wax paper over the top of small gel coat repairs works very good to get a smooth finish. I know that wouldn't work for big jobs, like yours, though.

[Pete-from-Tn]

Next time use a mohair roller. No issues and rolls smooth. Boats painted with one, looks as good or better then factory.

[ecmo]

Will thank you for the video. When prepping to apply the gelcoat, What is the difference between wiping down the surface first with acetone vs. lacquer thinner? Thanks for the videos BTW.

[donniemunroe]

can you gelcoat over poly resen right after its layed, or do you have to wait for some period of time ??

[sburnham]

Can you apply multiple coats, of Gelcoat with wax? Do you have to remove the wax for the next layer? Does sanding (wet or dry) that layer it cause wax to melt and need to be removed by dewaxer?

[jameshudson]

If I don't have enough time in my day/weekend can I let the gelcoat without wax completely cure before adding this gelcoat with wax?

[robertjohns]

Do you have to sand down to the fiberglass.

[bakervinci]

Doing my first job and the biggest hail storm broke out and power was lost. I was midway, so I did first layer with filler with tongue blades only.

[GAFL]

Thought for the base coat you use the gel coat without wax. Final coat with wax.

[guilhermecondinho]

Men, I, m so confused, I just bought a boat and sanded all down, now i dont know how to paint it, or if gel coat does the same work, I, m super confused

[AMPMReviews]

For my fiberglass pool slide, should I add some gel coat then paint with topside?

[cockycarl]

What would you use to reduce if spraying with paintgun?

[christreacy]

I Enjoyed Watching Your Video Got Model Boat When I Took Sticker Off Revealed Red Paint Doesn't Match Interior Like Seats Coverings Could You Kindly Tell Me How I Go About After Sandpapering Please I Do YouTube Channel Boat There.

[danacrook]

It drips from the bottom when you are below equator!🙂

[VladOnEarth]

Cant find any videos of improving seadoo spark bottom hull with gel coat or anything really, to reduce friction there.

[chris]

So how much is 1-2% as far as volume of the catalyst?