WEST SYSTEM: Why use WEST SYSTEM epoxy resin ?
8th January 2016

Why use WEST SYSTEM epoxy resin ?

We came across this fantastic article from custom boat builder David Roberts of Nexus Marine Corporation on how best to use WEST SYSTEM® epoxy resin and how this versatile marine epoxy has revolutionised wooden boatbuilding.

“Built with WEST SYSTEM epoxy” is a claim Nexus Marine proudly make on their boat builds. They go on to explain why WEST SYSTEM products are the only choice for them and should be for all serious wooden boat builders.

If you want to find out the many ways that you can use WEST SYSTEM epoxy and learn about the full benefits for your wooden boat then read the full article here.

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