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Old 12-10-2011, 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by mbmcdermott18 View Post

Do ya'll think the laminate will be strong enough with the four layers of 1708 and and two layers of 1.5oz mat? My calculations show the final thickness will be about just over a quarter inch plus gelcoat (0.266")
If it's not any bigger than the one in the picture, 1/4" of laminate is overkill. You can get away with 1/8" if you make the high stress areas (where fasteners and seacocks mount) thicker. That assumes the tub will be well supported once it's installed.

I would core the area where the seacocks are going. That will stiffen it up and provide backing for fasteners.

Dave
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