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Here are some links to helpful tips, technical data, and manufacturers' information grouped together by topic. For Jamestown Distributors experts' advice on a specific project, please browse our Frequently Asked Technical Questions page, or contact us.

 
ABRASIVES
Abrasives Guide
Norton - Choosing/Using Non-woven Abrasives
WEST System - Wet Sanding Epoxy
 
CAULKING AND MARINE SEALANTS
Applying Teakdecking Systems Caulk
Boatlife Deck Seam Caulking
Boatlife GIT-Rot
Boatlife Teak Care
Coverage Chart
 
CLEANING AND POLISHING

Boat Polishing Guide - The Perfect Finish!
Complete Boat Care Range

 
ENGINE ROOM
Applying McLube Sailkote  
ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES
Trailer Lighting Replacement  
EPOXY
Blister FAQ's
Common Uses for Epiglass Epoxy

Epoxy Guide - Mixing Up A Batch!
Fiberglass Boat Repair
Gelcoat Repair

Interlux Epoxy FAQ's
Interlux - Steps in Repairing Gelcoat Blisters
Interlux Gelcoat Blister Prevention
MAS Epoxies - Blister Repair & Barrier Coating MAS Epoxies - Get the rust out
MAS Epoxies - Filleting and Fairing Info
Plastic Boat Repairs
Polyester Over Epoxy
System Three FAQ's - Part 1
System Three FAQ's - Part 2
System Three - Bonding with Epoxy
System Three - Coating with Epoxy Resin
System Three - Fiberglassing with Epoxy Resin
System Three - Filleting, Fairing and Molding
System Three - Modifying Epoxy with Fillers
System Three - How Much MirrorCoat Do I Use?

WEST System - Applying Woven Cloth & Tape

WEST System - Bonding Tips
WEST System - Epoxy Barrier Coating
WEST System - Cold Weather Bonding
WEST System - Problem Solver Guide

WEST System - Repair Molded Non-Skid
WEST System - Repairing Early Gelcoat Blisters

WEST System - Removing Epoxy
WEST System - Thinning Epoxy

Wood Glue Guide

WEST System User Manual
Curing, Dispensing, and Mixing
Fillers, Additives and Clean Up
Basic Techniques
Fasteners, Fairing and Fiberglassing
Barrier Coating, Finishing, and Tips

GLUES AND ADHESIVES
Crackling Process
Wood Glues - Uncovered

Woodworking Glue Tips
 
FASTENERS
Compatible Metals
Choosing The Right Fastener Head/Driver Style
Fastener Metals

Fastener / Driver Tips
Machine Screws Uncovered

Washer Sizing Information
Wood Screw Specifications
Wrench/Driver/Fastener Table
 
FIBERGLASS
Building with Kevlar - leeboard bracket
Building with Kevlar - Cockpit Rim

Fiberglass Boat Repair

Fiberglass Safety
Fiberglassing Square Edges
Fiberglass and Composite Repair Tips
Fiberglassing with Epoxy Resin
Fiberglassing a Woodstrip Hull
Repairing Machined Holes in Fiberglass
Painting Bare Fiberglass Boats
 
MARINE HARDWARE
Compatible Metals  
MARINE PLUMBING
Groco Seacock Comparison  
MARINE PAINTS
Antifouling Guide
Applying Paint To Bare Aluminum Hulls
Bottom Painting Tips
Antifouling FAQ's

Do's & Don'ts for Paint Finishes

Interlux Topside Paint FAQ's
Painting a Non-Skid Deck
Painting Bare Fiberglass Boats

Perfect Paint For Your Project
Repainting Your Boat

Secrets of a Topcoat
Tips on Applying Perfection Polyurethane

Quantities of Paint Per Project
WEST System - Surface Preparation
PRIMERS, THINNERS, AND ADDITIVES
Awlgrip Care
Interlux's Thinner Application Chart
Non-Skid Deck Hints
 
PAINT SUPPLIES
Brush Care
Improving Paintbrushes
Interlux's Thinner Application Chart
JD's Brush Guide
JD's Paint Roller Guide
Paint Spraying
 
SAFETY
Fiberglass Hazards
Interlux Safety FAQ's
 
THICKENERS, FILLERS, ADDITIVES
Using Paste Wood Filler Stain  
TOOLS
Countersink Size Chart
DeWalt - Router Table Tips

Drill Bits Explained
Festool - Avoiding Swirl Marks
Festool - Changing the Circular Saw Blade
Taper Drill Bits Uses
Scrapers
Wrench/Driver/Fastener Table
 
VARNISH
Applying Varnish
JD's Homemade Varnish Recipe
Interlux - Preparing Wood for Varnishing
Maintaining The Beauty of Clear Wood Outdoors

Preparation for Varnish Work
WEST System - Surface Preparation
WEST System - Varnish Over Epoxy
Epifanes Varnishing FAQ's
Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
Part 4
WOOD, FOAM, STARBOARD
Bending Thicker King StarBoard
Installation Of StarBoard
Interlux - Preparing Wood for Varnishing
Maintaining The Beauty of Clear Wood Outdoors

Plywood Basics
Replacing Damaged Balsa Core
Using Adhesives with King Starboard
Using Starboard in Pontoon & Inflatable Boats
Working with King StarBoard
 
INTERLUX BOAT PAINTING GUIDE
Topside, Decks, Bilges and Cabins:
The perfect paint for your project
Handy specifications
Preparation and Priming
Applying the Finish
Tips on Filling Holes, Voids, and Nicks
Tips on Applying Perfection Polyurethane
Painting Bilges

Caring For Your Wood
Perfect Varnish For Your Project
Handy Varnish Specifications
Applying Varnish to Epiglass Epoxy
Using Paste Wood Filler Stain
How To Varnish Like A Pro
Hints For Achieving A Perfect Varnish

Cetol:
Wood Preparation For Cetol
Applying and Maintaining Cetol

Construction & Repair With Epiglass:
Mixing Epiglass
Using Epiglass Epoxy System

Fiberglass Blister Repair & Prevention:
Recognizing and Treating Osmosis
How to Protect Against Gelcoat Blistering
Fiberglass Blister Repair & Prevention

Antifouling:
Introduction
Compatibility Chart
Choosing Your Ideal Antifouling
Painting Bare Fiberglass
Antifouling Paint Systems
Handy Specifications
How To Paint Previously Painted Bottoms
Paint Calculator
Running Gear and Underwater Metal
Outdrives, Underwater Metals & Keels

Boatcare:
Complete Boat Care Range

Everything Else You Need To Know:
Substrate Information
Solvent Chart
Equipment Guidelines
Coverage Chart
Useful Links
Rebuilding a Transom
Different Boat Materials
Boat Winterizing Tips
Winterizing Your Boats Exterior
Fixing Scratches and Dings
Building an alternate leeboard saddle