Chopped strand mat."CSM" (from 1
sq yrd)
Emulsion bound glassfibre mat, available in three weights 1oz-1½oz -2oz/sq
ft, generally
used for hand lay-up, number of layers dependable upon the strength and thickness req'd.
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Glass tissue (from 1sq yrd)
1 oz/sq yard
Used as the initial layer to the gelcoat before the chopped strand mat laminations, also
used as the finish layer to give a smoother surface to the inside of the laminate before
application of the gel finishing coat. Price
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Glass tape (from 1 metre)
Glassfibre "yarn based" open weave tape, used mainly for joints in laminates and
combined with chopped strand mat laminates. 25 metre rolls available in varying widths
1"-1½"-2"-3"-4". Price
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Glass cloth (from 1sq yrd)
Woven "yarn based" glass cloth used as alternate laminate between chopped strand
mat to achieve lighter finished laminates. Available in various weights and thickness. Woven Roving 500g/sq yard Price (click)
Chopped Glass Strands (from 1
kg)
¼" long glass strands used to fill resin to give a very
strong and robust finished compound. Price
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Paper rope (wire core)
(from 1 metre)
Used as a former to add strength to laminates. Price
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