How To Repair Filon Siding

Once the pieces become tacky they are ready to be fit on to the camper.

How to repair filon siding.

Remove all the frames covering the section you are about to replace then use a flathead screwdriver and remove any lights on those sections continue to use the flathead screwdriver and start removing any staples on or surrounding those. I have a crack propagating from the corner of our slide out. Filon fiberglass usually comes in rolls and can be cut to different sizes from 1 to 40 feet in length. In order for the contact cement to work properly you need to roll or brush a coat on the filon and do the same on the plywood.

The rolls are usually a standard 8 1 2 feet wide. Both surfaces need glue and let dry before bonding. Add another layer if needed but pause every other layer to debulk the patch as much as you can. The best fiberglass siding is made from a material commonly known as filon a durable and smooth reinforced plastic.

If you re looking for a siding option that combines safety durability and great looks it s fiberglass that you need. I was quoted anywhere from 900 2400 to fix it professionally. If using original siding must make sure it s lined up before sticking together. Once you get the amount of filon you need you just cut it to size and glue it over the hole.

I would use contact cement not the gel form contact cement will adhere to wood fiberglass and metal. Use a paintbrush to saturate the resin into the glass. Adding a nice picture will cover the bad spots and keep the repair hidden. If you have styrofoam panels for insulation the glue will eat it up.

Continue adding repair patches until all previously removed fiberglass fabrics have been properly replaced. Once i cut the filon i would then test fit the piece on the camper and make any necessary changes. Needing some help and repair procedure for my cross terrain toy hauler with fiberglass filon siding.