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Dolfinite is a flexible, semi paste bedding compound. Its slow oxidizing waterproof formula makes it ideal for bedding in joints in keels, stem, sternpot, transom, battens and other hull components. Use it to bed deck fittings, moldings, and trim around deck houses.
Use Dolfinite on wood, metal, or fiberglass wherever waterproof seals are required. It can applied by hand, pressure gun, or putty knife. Thinning is not normally required. Once the compound has firmly skinned over, you can even paint over it.
It can also be used as a double planking compound in the construction of double planked hulls where canvas is not used. Apply a liberal coat with a serrated trowel on the inner layer before laying up the outer planking.
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Annapolis
5 out of 5 stars.
Trying on Deck work
a year ago
I saw this product and am trying it for the first time on bedding some balusters in rails on my deck. Application and cleanup was reasonably easy. Time will tell on whether this adds to the life of the construction.
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Brewer, Maine
5 out of 5 stars.
I have used this product since 1971
3 years ago
The can was badly dented, but the compound didn't leak out of it.
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Jackscove, MD
5 out of 5 stars.
Classic Product and Still the Best
4 years ago
used to bed hardware and pieces in wooden boat - and hardware ( safety railings,l bench angle brackets, grab bars ) to floating dock
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Dudley Ma
4 out of 5 stars.
I would buy this product again
4 years ago
I would like to see this product available in a caulking tube
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Silver Plume
5 out of 5 stars.
This is now my new go to product...
5 years ago
Refinished the bowsprit and pulpit this summer (two weeks of work that I don't want to do again) and decided to use Dolfinite bedding compound, after consulting with JD customer service... I used a putty knife to apply, which was super easy! I was a little worried about the clean up, after reading some of the reviews, but a little mineral spirits and a couple rolls of paper towels did the trick! I used the natural color, which transitions from the teak much better than the previous white butyl rubber.
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Salem, NH
5 out of 5 stars.
GREAT PRODUCT
6 years ago
Bought this because the rudder that I was refinishing had the bolts bedded in this and it was easy to remove because it was still soft. after I don't know how many years.
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Lake Hopatcong NJ
5 out of 5 stars.
used to bed cockpit seats
6 years ago
I used this bedding compound to bed teak cockpit seats. It was easy to use.
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Rochester, NY
5 out of 5 stars.
Great stuff
8 years ago
Somewhat messy for setting smaller parts on boat, but cleans up fairly easily.
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Orleans, Ma.
4 out of 5 stars.
Works As Advertised
10 years ago
Material stays flexible and waterproof but can leave stains that are difficult to remove from areas it is spilled on or squeezes out to. Taping adjacent areas is essential to a good clean job that leaves the sealing compound only where you want it - under the deck hardware you are bedding. If you are tired of deck hardware that wicks or traps moisture under it, causing the usual rot and freeze crack headaches, this is the stuff to use. But be sure to keep plenty of acetone and paper towels on hand for cleanup - it's very sticky and messy.
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Bloomington, IN
5 out of 5 stars.
Keeps water out, paintable too!
10 years ago
I use this to bed stem bands and keels on wood canvas canoes. It is messy, and sticky, but that's a good thing for a bedding compound. I dip screws in it to seal the threads from water intrusion. Easily faired with a putty knife or your finger. Great stuff, last for years, never seems to get hard and crumple. Can be painted in a few hours after it skins over.
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Q: I have removed and painted the aluminum window frame on my 25 Bertram. Is dolfinite the right product for this. It seemed some sort of bedding compound was used from the factory. Thanks
7 months ago1 Answer
A: I use it to bed in Holly decking don't think it is what you want but not sure maybe you can check it out on dolfinit web site
7 months agoHelpful?
Q: Is Dolfinite bedding compound available in 1/2 quarts or less? I only need a small amount to seal a stem to knee joint made of white oak. The plan I'm using calls for a product called ""Rule"". Is there an alternate bedding product that comes in smaller amounts?
4 years ago1 Answer
A: Dolfinite is only available in quarts. You could use an elastomeric sealant like TotalBoat Total Seal which is available in 3oz tubes. It is similar to the Rule product you mentioned.
4 years agoHelpful?
Q: I would like to use this to ""bed in"" a new African mahogany toe rail to the aluminum deck on my 36' Chris Craft. This toe rail holds the chrome posts for the guard rail and runs the perimeter of the boat. Its constantly wet and dry and so my question is: do you recommend sealing the bottom surface of the wood where it meets the Dolfinite and if so, what is that product. Thank you!!
5 years ago7 Answers
A: I would use penetrating epoxy under the rail to seal and protect the wood. Dolphinite is great for bedding.
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Q: Are pint cans of Dolfinite no longer available? Thanks.
5 years ago1 Answer
A: I think I had to buy a quart smallest they had
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Q: do you ship to montreal Canada
5 years ago1 Answer
A: This product can be shipped to Canada via UPS ground.
5 years agoHelpful?
Q: I am applying mahogany planks over okoeme plywood for the stern and bow seats on an open 14ft sailing dinghy. Is Dolphinite the right bedding compound for this application?
5 years ago2 Answers
A: I have no idea, but this seems weird to me. Air would be better. Perhaps a 1/4 spacer under the ends would be better. And if bedded, what about drainage?
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Q: What is the shelf life of this product?
6 years ago7 Answers
A: Unopened, I don't know but a decade at least since most experts believe the product will stay flexible for decades. Once opened, I would get 5 years at least
6 years agoHelpful?
Q: Comparing Interlux 214 Boatyard Bedding Compound and Dolphanite: The tech specs on 214 say wood has to be painted and sealed. I've never painted or sealed wood pieces I've bedded to fiberglass with either product but it sounds like a good idea. Thoughts? Also 214 specs say to use Fiberglass Wash 202 and Special Thiner and 216 Wipe Down. I've never used chem's to clean or wipe down but maybe I should have. Thoughts? Thanks
7 years ago2 Answers
A: Hi Bob, the 202/216 wipe down is just to remove surface contaminants which is generally a good convention so that the product can perform its best. Painting and sealing the wood is just to help preserve the wood and protect it from the elements. This part of it is more subject to the customer's preference, but doing a solvent wipe before hand is a good idea to reduce the possibility of contaminants.
6 years agoHelpful?
Q: Is the mahogany Dolphanite a good match for teak? What color is Dolphanite natural!?
11 years ago3 Answers
A: Jamestown no longer stocks mahogany Dolphinite...????
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Q: after setting up for a week can dolfinite bedding compound be sanded?
7 years ago1 Answer
A: It will skin over, but I don't think it will be sandable unless just a light scuff.
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