Sweetwater epoxy... Who has used it?

[koop171]

Ok I'm looking at building a plywood pond and I have seen this sweetwater epoxy used on other plywood tanks and I'm wondering about the quality of water seal it gives and other things about it.

So if you have used it please help me out and answer a few things for me.


1. Are you happy with the overall water sealing capabilities of this product?


2. Have you had ANY issues with leaks or anything else after the product was applied and water was added to tank?

3. How many layers did you use to get the seal you wanted?

4. How many sq ft. did the product cover compared to what it said it would cover? (lets say it says on the container it will cover 250 sq ft. but once you apply it it only covers 200 sq ft.)

5. How did you cover any seams before you applied the epoxy?

6. How long have you had your tank up and running with the epoxy used as the water sealer?



And any other info that might be useful. Thanks

 

[john73738]

My 240 is 8x2x2 and a Filter 8'x10"x10" (inside) and I did it with 2 gallons.

I did 5 coats on the inside, 2 coats on the bracing, 3 coats on the inside of the filter, and 2 coats on the outside of the filter.

No leaks.

Goes on very easy, no toxic fumes, as long as your surface is smooth it will come out smooth as glass, and it is flexible.

I think that this is the best product out there.

Gotta love the color choices as well.

See the thread in my signature line go to the last few pages for pics, or just see the album in my signature line as well.

 

[VLDesign]

no toxic fumes

Really?

I think you are mistaken on this. All Sweetwater products must be shipped with a hazmat label and from my understanding should not be used with out proper ventilation until fully cured.

 

[john73738]

Really?

I think you are mistaken on this. All Sweetwater products must be shipped with a hazmat label and from my understanding should not be used with out proper ventilation until fully cured.

Sorry,
When I say toxic I am envisioning needing a yellow nuke suits and industrial breathing equipment.

I always paint in a well ventilated area no matter the paint, but I was able to close the garage door after I was done and still able to work while it was curing. Where as some of the epoxies I have seen used here you are required to wear protective breathing equipment no matter how ventilated the work area is.

Sorry for any confusion.

 

[koop171]

How were the seams covered before they were covered? I will have at least two seams on the bottom of the tank b/c the footprint is going to be so large.

I'm thinking that the seams will have to be covered with some kind of tape like a fiberglass tape or something.

 

[sashimimaster]

If it wasn't for the fumes I would use Sweetwater for my next build.

 

[john73738]

How were the seams covered before they were covered? I will have at least two seams on the bottom of the tank b/c the footprint is going to be so large.

I'm thinking that the seams will have to be covered with some kind of tape like a fiberglass tape or something.

I bondo'ed the seams of my tank then sanded prior to painting.

As I have stated, I found it nice to work with, and will use it again on my next project.

 

[koop171]

I bondo'ed the seams of my tank then sanded prior to painting.

As I have stated, I found it nice to work with, and will use it again on my next project.

I didn't even think of bondo that's not a bad idea. I think this is what I'm leaning twards. I need to find a good supplier

 

[john73738]

I didn't even think of bondo that's not a bad idea. I think this is what I'm leaning twards. I need to find a good supplier

You wont be sorry. I love how it came out using the SW Epoxy. I ordered it online for $100 per gallon. I did two orders rather than 1.

Good luck