All Guide Posts » Boat Building Materials

Here’s where we talk about boat building materials… ranging from types of wood and their uses to recommendations for affordable new paint brands. Understanding basic materials used in boat construction will make you a better boat owner. Period.

Author	Title
Harry Bryan	Mixing and Using Shellac and Bedding Compound:  The use of specific types of paint, sealants, and adhesives in our shop is ever changing—based on what has worked, a...
Guest Author	Joel White on Ordering Wood for Plank-on-Frame Boats: We lost a good man when Joel White died in 1997—and an exceptional boatbuilder. His clear thinking and writing shows h...
Maynard Bray	New Paint You Should Know About – Marshall’s Cove Marine Paint: I’ve discovered a new brand of paint called Marshall’s Cove Marine Paint. It’s oil-based and comes in a variety of...

 

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