Hull Dewaxing

[Karnic]

Hi Guys
Want to dewax the hull of a new boat prior to sanding, applying gelshield and antifouling. Would a SILICONE REMOVER do the job?. Any ideas in order to make the job done right from the start? I know it is imperative to remove all the wax prior and after sanding, but how is the best to be done? A friend recommended to use acetone but im not sure if acetone would harm fibreglass.

 

[gjgm]

Acetone.. you are only wiping off wax...

 

[Karnic]

Thanks. So Acetone will do the job fine?

 

[PCUK]

You will need to wipe it on liberally and then wipe off immediately with a clean cloth or paper towels. May need a couple of goes to get it completely wax free. You can also use appropriate Gelshield thinner instead of acetone if you prefer.

 

[boatingdave]

I've also succesfully used UPVC cleaner on GRP which appears to be as good as acetone although I don't know if it leaves any residue (but doesn't appear to). It can be purchased in large containers and seems to go a long way?