Tannins in Oak have compatibility problems with epoxy. In the USDA specs in regard to gluing qualities, epoxy glues are not considered, while...
Thanks Guillermo. I found your site interesting, even though I don't read spanish (I used one of those online page translators). My ear does...
Sounds like you are in the UK? Location is a major concern of a suitable design...water and weather. Where do you intend to use your boat?
I'd go with a v-bottom or even a round-bottom to make it a little more stable (safer) when rough weather blows in. If you really want a...
Make a small "deck" of about 2x2ft with both mixed in and drown it and let it dry out reall good and find out.
Glass and wood don't do well together...wood moves and glass doesn't. FRG is also hazardous to the health of the builder...toxic fumes...a lot...
Personally, I prefer Honduran Mahogany over any of the Pacific island variety.
You cannot go wrong with SYP (Southern Yellow Pine)...nearly as tough as oak and long lasting. You can used it for hull and deck planking.
Wood....in a recreational boat... Easier to repair than any of the other materials... Stress cycles are less of an issue... Maintenance...
The older classic designs do very well in light airs by a combination of the hull design and gaff rigged...especially schooners, which makes...
