Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastic, or GRP has been the material of choice for most boats for the last 40 years or so. However, with the advent of modern epoxies and other coatings, as well as ecological concerns, timber construction is slowly shedding its image of endless maintenance and is emerging more often as a viable option.
Traditional Boat Construction
It is important to remember the differences between traditional wooden boat construction and more modern methods. Modern methods typically rely on glue to hold the craft together, as opposed to numerous fastenings like nails or rivets.
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