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Most boatowners will find themselves with paintbrush in hand at least once during a season but with the vast range of products now available, how do you know which to select for the job? This book answers all the DIY boatowner's questions, and provides practical advice on painting every type of material. It explains: correct surface preparation dealing with defects correct application methods estimating quantities drying times brushes, rollers, pads and sprays resins, epoxies, solvents and thinners colour matching. There is also a handy fault-finding section for when things go wrong. 'This is a brilliant book...I recommend it for beginner and old-timer alike' Cruising

This highly practical guide explains what sail trim is all about - how toachieve it and what its benefits are. Aimed at owners and crews sailingall types of boats, from dinghies to offshore cruisers, with eithermasthead or fractional rigs, it covers:- mainsails and headsails- trim for light airs, medium strength and strong winds- trim for beating, reaching and running- correct camber and mast rake- weather helm - causes and cures- easy reference trimming tablesHow to Trim Sails will help racers and cruisers of all levels of experience get the best performance from their boats and sails.‘Any owner will find help here in unravelling the mysteries of sailshape, as it is affected by mast bend, luff tension and the rest' Practical Boat Owner