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gel coat

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gel coat [′jel ‚kōt]
(materials)
A resin applied to the surface of a mold and gelled prior to placing plastic material in the mold in position for production; the gel coat becomes an integral part of the finished laminate and improves surface appearance.

gel coat
A thin, outer layer of resin, sometimes containing pigment, applied to a reinforced plastic molding to improve its appearance.


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A hull covered with this paint has less drag because the surface develops a gel coat that tends to accumulate in any indentations, creating a smoother surface.
Primer In the morning of a new work day, apply a layer of fiberglass primer over the glossy gel coat layer on the boat.
These numbers can be altered by grinding out the old numbers and molding a new number in place with a new gel coat.
 
 
 
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