Q Cell<\/a> if you want to thicken the resin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWe suggest you do this step in the shade, making sure you spread the resin over the entire area and press out all the air bubbles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you have a significant ding, you may need to cut a piece of fiberglass cloth and place it over the resin to ensure the exposed area of your board has optimal coverage. To do this, you’ll cut a large patch of fiberglass cloth and press it onto the resin layer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Cure the resin.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n Once your board is covered with resin, cover it with plastic to help the resin perfectly shape the board. Then, you’ll expose your surfboard ding repair to sunlight to allow the resin to harden faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tip: <\/strong>If you notice any gaps, you can always fill them in with extra drops of resin.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDrying time may take 8 hours or overnight. If it’s in sunlight, it won’t take as much time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
5. Sand it.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n After you wait for the repair dry, it’s time to sand over it with light-grit sandpaper. Wet sanding is best to avoid scratching. Wet sanding resin should result in a smooth finish similar to the way it was before the damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\nSurfboard repair in 4 simple steps: clean board, apply resin, cure resin, sand. (Credit: Oscar Sweep\/Shutterstock)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\nSurfboard Repair Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n We hope this guide has you feeling confident about handling surfboard damage on your own! Knowing how to handle a surfboard ding repair is almost like a rite of passage for surfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Damaging your board is bound to happen at some point, but having a professional make the repair can be costly and time-consuming. Keep things easy by having your ding repair kit and this step-by-step guide handy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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