Date: Mon, 22 Dec 1997 00:57:58 +0100
From: Stefano Moretti <S.Moretti@agora.stm.it>
To: baidarka@lists.intelenet.net
Subject: Re: Skin coating (Still sourcing materials)
Robbie Price wrote:
>
> Has anyone ever contemplated mixing Sika-flex decksealer (caulking
> compound) with it's solvent and applying to a nylon fabric????
Rob,
Why do you want to go so complex ?? we had a long session on lightweight
skins. The ideal is:
polyester coated with PVC, gluable and weldable with a properly set hot
air gun. If you want tougher skin: buy a higher weight version. This is
orderly cover for trucks and for tent-like structures. It comes in many
weights, colors and is UV resistant.
If you want to paint, then use a rubber-clorine paint or even better a
paint conceived for revamping inflatables. International Courtals
coatings has one...
ciao, Stefano