Mirror hull repair only small damage.

[tyce]

Just got the kids a cheap mirror, it's in pretty good condition but unfortunately the trailer has caused a little damage to the underside.
It's a dint about the size of a 5p that does not fully pierce the hull but is enough to start the rot.
I am new to wooden boats so unsure of the repair method but was thinking that just filling the dink with epoxy glue would be ok, is this the best method?

 

[sarabande]

if the dent is already wet, you need to dry it out. As well as epoxy putty, or adhesive with a bit of micro balloons, to fair up the external surface, I'd consider a doubler (a backing plate on the inside about 3 inches by 3) to strengthen any damaged area.


Nice little dinghies: have fun !

 

[tyce]

Hi, not got it wet so no issues with that, don't think strength is a worry either as it is a tiny dink, just concerned with moisture absorption through it.

 

[sarabande]

I'd be inclined, then, to use the same paint that you use for the rest of the hull to ensure good cohesion. Some epoxies don't liek ordinary paint.