shanemax
Active member
Has any one got a hold of the new 2024 chartlet for the Deben if so where from. Thanks
Print it off and laminate it.Thanks, I know its on the web site but I like to get hold of the actual shiny chartlet to keep on board in my pilot book.
to busy sailingPrint it off and laminate it.
I'm sure if you email ECP they will print and laminate one for you and get the RNLI to bring it to your boat.to busy sailing
I’m not a fan of snarky replies or “flaming” but on this occasion I’m making an exceptionI'm sure if you email ECP they will print and laminate one for you and get the RNLI to bring it to your boat.
ScotchGuard might work, too.A good alternative to laminating is to give the chartlet a liberal coating of lard. I should confess though, I once ran aground at the Deben bar as I had applied the lard too thick at that point on the chartlet and it became opaque.
There is a type of lamination that leaves a writeable surface and is far more flexible than the usual pocket laminator provides. But it is a commercial process - I've posted details of the company that does it on here, somewhere (a search on lamination and AntarcticPilot should get it). We used it sometimes for maps, where greater durability was required. But I'm afraid it isn't a realistic option for chartlets.You can get a spray varnish which artists use to seal paintings. It probably won't protect against a serious dunking but should be OK for for a bit of rain or spray.