I'm looking into constructing a fibre glass tank, 8ftx4ftx4ft.
If I make a mould out of timber, then gel coat & laminate, will this size of mould release
Or am i better off constructing the tank out of ply then laminating the ply ,can i then gel coat afterwards, this is a one off project.
2007-11-11 10:28:52 · 4 answers · asked by ? 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
before you start,get a catalogue from www.caktanks.co.uk They make holding tanks for motorhomes and caravans...a fraction of the price of the marine suppliers,and just as good quality. They have a large range in stock,so you should be able to get something to fit.
2007-11-11 10:35:19 · answer #1 · answered by Blatant 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I want to agree with answer #1. My rationale is pretty simple. I used to work for a defense dept. contractor; making molds and subsequent forms from them. The process; as you initially describe is how we did them; but it's tedious; not at all an instant process; probably not cost effective for a DIY; and what if's (ooops's) do happen.
I'd probably check into purchasing.
Steven Wolf
Off a DIY topic sort of. I watched a show recently about a company that makes Fiberglass fuel storage tanks for Gas stations. I suppose you could call the process "laminating" fiberglass; as they create the tanks using layers of fiberglass windings with the resin and catalyst to create the proper thickness/ stability/ and leak resistant qualities of their tanks.
2007-11-11 20:41:37 · answer #2 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes go for it like making a canoe
2007-11-12 05:54:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
what is the intended use of the tank?
2007-11-11 18:35:49 · answer #4 · answered by karen464916 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋