5 Tools Everyone In The Fibreglass Industry Should Be Using

When using fiberglass materials on a roof, elements of the job can suffer if the correct tools are not being used. When undertaking any building or DIY jobs it is essential to use the right equipment to ensure that the quality of the finish job is not compromised.

Below is a list of tools that everyone in the fiberglass industry should be using to ensure the project is carried out efficiently and effectively.

(1) Fluffy wool roller – this is a tool that speeds up the process of your project drastically. Some people use brushes to apply the base coat to the boards, but by using a roller, your job will become faster, and much less labour intensive. These are often supplied at local building merchants or online.

(2) Metal paddle roller – this is a great tool to have in your possession when applying fibreglass. A paddle roller will help to make sure your matting is fully covered by the resin and also air bubbles are removed before setting. Paddle rollers are more of a specialist item, so can only be bought at building merchants that supply or specialize in fibreglass products.

(3) Stanley knife – when used with a sharp blade, it is an essential tool for prepping your roof. This will help to cut fibreglass tape for covering joints on boards, and also prepping your matting to produce a high quality final product. These can be bought at any store that supplies DIY tools.

(4) Measuring syringe – when adding catalyst to resin or topcoat it is important the correct amount is applied to ensure they don’t set the resin or topcoat, too fast or, too slow. You can buy these at a fibreglass suppliers or online.

(5) Catalyst dispenser – by using this in conjunction with a syringe you can ensure that the correct amount of catalyst is applied to produce a high quality finish. These can be found at fibreglass suppliers or online.

By using the above tools the end product will be better, and your project will become less labour intensive.