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May 17
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Boating is Good for Your Health

By Boating, Uncategorized

If you’re not a boat enthusiast, it is quite likely that you just haven’t tried it. Whether you’re looking to fish from a center console boat, cruise with family and friends on the open ocean, or try out new moves on the skis, there is something about boating that will fit your personality and lifestyle. Let’s explore the open waters.

Your Boating Choices

Shopping for a boat is a lot like shopping for a car – there are plenty of choices depending on the size of your family, your lifestyle, and your intended use. Whether you’re interested in pleasure boating, sport fishing, yachting, or sailing – there are a variety of boats to fit your personality and interest.

Make sure to match a boat to your interest and skill level – this is the best way to get the most out of the boating experience.

Photo: Boston Whaler Revenge

The Health Benefits of Boating

Surprisingly, the benefits of boating include much more than merely stress relief. In a recent study by the Impulse Research Corporation, the physical perks of a life on the water far exceed the norm. The study determined that families who actively boat are healthier in general, more optimistic about life, possess leadership skills superior to their peers, and are more socially involved in other areas. That’s a lot of benefit!

DIY Boat Repair

As with anything, boat ownership may require a bit of TLC every now and again. That’s where Protective Coating Company comes in handy! Boat owners need to get dirty with some DIY fixes because boat repair can get costly.

There are many forums online where boat owners and enthusiasts come together to discuss repairs, how-to’s, and best practices. When it comes to keeping boats watertight, an epoxy bond has to be strong and it has to last. We have found that PC-Marine™ and PC-11® are the go-to choices for most boating enthusiasts.

 

So what are you waiting for? Explore the open waters this summer and reap the benefits!

 

May 05
Love2

How to Save a Garden Gnome in a Single Afternoon

By Glass and Ceramic Repair, Uncategorized

Hey folks, remember gnomes have feelings too… or at least they look like they might. Garden angels, bird baths, gargoyles, and statues of the Holy Mother all deserve a little tender care and respect; after all, they spent a harsh cold winter exposed to the nasty elements. Cracks happen, chips happen… and suddenly things don’t look so brand new or cared for. So, do you need to toss your backyard treasures? We say NAH! Here’s how to fix them.

Photo by visagency

Concrete repair is simple

Don’t believe it? A bold first attempt to repair a garden gnome may have been a difficult experience for a noob in the past, but Protective Coating Company has formulated some fabulous and high-tech epoxies that eliminate “difficult” from many DIY projects. We stake our honor on it! So, grab a pair of gloves and get ready to bring your gnome back to life.

Items you will need

  • A garden hose
  • A stiff bristled brush
  • PC-11® or PC-Crete™ epoxy

Save the gnome in 5 simple steps

1. Dampen the cement statue with your garden hose until all surfaces are wet. Scrub the statue gently with a soft-bristled brush to remove all dirt and grime that may interfere with the pc epoxy bond.

2. Allow the area to dry completely before continuing. This is the only part that will take some extra time if you are using PC-Crete™, but you don’t have to actually do anything. Have a drink. Relax.

3. Mix your PC-11® or PC-Crete™ as instructed on the package. PC-Crete™ is a putty formula that can be used to build up and replace any missing pieces. PC-11® is an excellent product as well due to its longer working time and ability to hold up under damp, cold, and wet conditions.

• PC-Crete™ is formulated with real aggregate to look and feel like concrete. Cut, mix and apply. PC-Crete™ allows a working time of about 3 minutes and cures for service in 60 minutes. It’s a “quick fix” product that’s super easy to use.

• PC-11® is formulated to provide an extended working time, for larger concrete repairs, which allows the user to reposition work or make changes as they go. The great thing about PC-11® is that it bonds to both wet and dry substrate. No wait time after hosing down.

 

 

4. Apply your pc epoxy of choice to the cement cracks or chips by squeezing it on, or applying it with a putty knife. To reattach part of the statue, apply a 1/4-inch layer of epoxy to both the broken piece and the statue and press them together for two to three minutes.

5. Wait 15 minutes and scrape off all excess epoxy with a putty knife to prevent it from hardening and developing ridges or bumps. Then allow appropriate curing time as per the package label.

What next, you wonder? Not much. The simplicity lies in the fact that PC-Crete™ epoxy looks and feels like concrete. If you need to make corrections to the paint on your gnome or statue, that counts as another project!

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