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The last time I looked at ferro cement was more than 50 years ago, and I was thinking about making a ferro cement sloop hull.😜

The little bit I've heard about it since then, the technique has been abandoned for boats because of deterioration over time.

But I suppose, as long as you're not planning to float the thing, you'll be fine.🙏🏻😄💜💖😆👍

Best wishes on your project!👍

Low Information Voter 1y ago

Thanks Duncan!

Ferrocement boats are built and work, but are nigh impossible to re-seal once they get cracked by an impact with a jetty etc. At least not in a way that won't open up again when flexing in the waves.

And chloride corrosion of the mesh is a big problem in seawater.

I'm hoping I won't need a perfect seal and that I can keep well away from seawater!

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