Standard Glass Mat

FIBERGLASS MAT is a reinforcing material made of loose glass fibers pressed together and held with a binder that is soluble in resin. Mat works well in conjunction with Cloth or Roving. Mat is used between Cloth or Roving layers to increase the bond strength between the layers and when the thickness is required. Mat is not as durable as Cloth or Roving of equal weight.

Mat can be easily molded into complex shapes when it is wet out with resin, so it is often used for laying up unusually shaped objects and compound curves. The ‘binder’ used to hold the mat together does not dissolve in epoxy; therefore, polyester is recommended when using mat.

Mat Roller’s use dramatically improves the appearance and strength of a mat’ lay-up’ by eliminating excess resin and air pockets.

TAP Fiberglass Mat is available in three weights: 3/4 Ounce Mat, 1-1/2 Ounce Mat, and 2 Ounce Mat. Unlike Cloth and Roving, Mat is categorized by weight per square foot rather than per square yard.