Post by ricktathes on Oct 29, 2017 8:36:16 GMT -5
1) Staple material (carpet, fleece, grill cloth etc.) on one side of skeleton.
2) Stretch tight as you pull it to the other side and staple.
3) Work your way around the skeleton stretching as you go and making sure it is tight every time you lay a staple. I use a staple every 1/2″ or so, or more where necessary. On this particular piece I actually stapled in the amplifier openings first, then stretched to the outer edges of the rack. You will quickly figure out the best way to stretch and attach your material once you mess with it a little. It will also depend on what type of setup you are stretching over.
4) Once all of the material is tight and you are happy with the shape, it is time to resin.
5) Mix up a batch of resin and use a cheapo brush to apply it onto your piece. It will soak up a lot, so don’t be afraid to use a lot.
6) Once it is rock hard and dry, you can use an air sander or grinder to trim the edges clean. I go right through the staples and all.
2) Stretch tight as you pull it to the other side and staple.
3) Work your way around the skeleton stretching as you go and making sure it is tight every time you lay a staple. I use a staple every 1/2″ or so, or more where necessary. On this particular piece I actually stapled in the amplifier openings first, then stretched to the outer edges of the rack. You will quickly figure out the best way to stretch and attach your material once you mess with it a little. It will also depend on what type of setup you are stretching over.
4) Once all of the material is tight and you are happy with the shape, it is time to resin.
5) Mix up a batch of resin and use a cheapo brush to apply it onto your piece. It will soak up a lot, so don’t be afraid to use a lot.
6) Once it is rock hard and dry, you can use an air sander or grinder to trim the edges clean. I go right through the staples and all.