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Fairing Compound: Mixing a Batch That Sands Flat
By: Boat Suppliers
03 October 2026

Fairing Compound: Mixing a Batch That Sands Flat

Fairing compound mixed to peanut butter, West 105/206 cure times at 72°F, coverage per gallon, an...

By: Boat Suppliers
03 October 2026

Fairing Compound: Mixing a Batch That Sands Flat

Fairing compound mixed to peanut butter, West 105/206 cure times at 72°F, coverage per gallon, an...

How to Thicken Epoxy: What to Add and How Much
By: Boat Suppliers
08 August 2026

How to Thicken Epoxy: What to Add and How Much

Thicken epoxy with fumed silica: 1-2% by weight for sag control, 6-10% for structural putty. Rati...

By: Boat Suppliers
08 August 2026

How to Thicken Epoxy: What to Add and How Much

Thicken epoxy with fumed silica: 1-2% by weight for sag control, 6-10% for structural putty. Rati...

Aerosil 200 vs Cab-O-Sil M-5: Same Fumed Silica, Different Label?
By: Boat Suppliers
07 August 2026

Aerosil 200 vs Cab-O-Sil M-5: Same Fumed Sili...

Aerosil 200 and Cab-O-Sil M-5 are both 200 m²/g hydrophilic fumed silica. Here's what's actually ...

By: Boat Suppliers
07 August 2026

Aerosil 200 vs Cab-O-Sil M-5: Same Fumed Sili...

Aerosil 200 and Cab-O-Sil M-5 are both 200 m²/g hydrophilic fumed silica. Here's what's actually ...

How Much Fumed Silica to Add to Epoxy (Fillets and Fairing)
By: The Boat Suppliers crew
16 June 2026

Fumed Silica: What It Is, How Much to Add to ...

Fumed silica is the white powder that turns runny epoxy into a paste that stays where you put it....

By: The Boat Suppliers crew
16 June 2026

Fumed Silica: What It Is, How Much to Add to ...

Fumed silica is the white powder that turns runny epoxy into a paste that stays where you put it....

Microballoons vs Cabosil: Which Filler Do You Actually Need?
By: Boat Suppliers
08 April 2026

Microballoons vs Cabosil: Which Filler Do You...

Microballoons or cabosil fumed silica? Learn which epoxy filler fits your job — fairing, bonding,...

By: Boat Suppliers
08 April 2026

Microballoons vs Cabosil: Which Filler Do You...

Microballoons or cabosil fumed silica? Learn which epoxy filler fits your job — fairing, bonding,...

Different marine fairing filler powders and a putty knife with mixed filler paste
By: Boat Suppliers
06 April 2026

Marine Filler Types: Complete Guide to Fairin...

Complete guide to marine filler types for boat repairs. Learn about structural, fairing, and cosm...

By: Boat Suppliers
06 April 2026

Marine Filler Types: Complete Guide to Fairin...

Complete guide to marine filler types for boat repairs. Learn about structural, fairing, and cosm...

Fiberglass filler being mixed into resin for a fillet
By: Mark Cafero
21 February 2026

Fiberglass Fillers – Mixing and Applying with...

When it comes to boat repairs and customization, fiberglass work is one of the most common—and mo...

By: Mark Cafero
21 February 2026

Fiberglass Fillers – Mixing and Applying with...

When it comes to boat repairs and customization, fiberglass work is one of the most common—and mo...

Sanding and fairing a fiberglass panel with a longboard
By: Mark Cafero
21 February 2026

Sanding and Fairing Techniques for Fiberglass...

Whether you're preparing for gelcoat, paint, or simply ensuring a seamless surface, taking the ri...

By: Mark Cafero
21 February 2026

Sanding and Fairing Techniques for Fiberglass...

Whether you're preparing for gelcoat, paint, or simply ensuring a seamless surface, taking the ri...