Marlowe Restorations LLC
Phone 203-484-9643 ~ Northford, CT

Wood Preparation and Weather Protection

Epoxy Repair and Paint Preparation, Protection from the Elements


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Preparation of Wood for Epoxy Repair   Wood Preparation
Preparation of Wood for Epoxy Repair

Note plywood wrapped with poly release agent underneath exposed wood. It prevents dripping of epoxy consolidant, and acts as a partial form for the bottom plane of the rafter tail.  

Protection of Wood from Weather Elements   Weather Protection
Protection of Wood from Weather Elements

Measurements are taken beyond the opening of the window (or door opening), and then a poly cover is made and attached to 2 sticks, one each for the top and bottom of the window. The bottom can then be rolled up and underneath the poly for access, and rainwater will not catch. This allows the epoxy to cure without getting wet.