[dsraven]

fiberglass isn't that tough to do. look into woven roving combi mat, it is like heavy duty woven mat with the crosshatched shorter hair stuff on top (google). one piece and you instantly get a nice thick build up. use a fiberglass roller to get the bubbles out. spray or roll on some gelcoat coats when done. non waxed resin isn't sticky when dry but then you have to scuff it to lay up again so good for the final coat. waxed is gooey when dry and takes a bit to get the goo off for the final finish. check with your local boat repair or plastics supply place, not that tough though if you have an outdoor place to work. stinky.