How To Repair Filon Siding

Filon fiberglass usually comes in rolls and can be cut to different sizes from 1 to 40 feet in length.

How to repair filon siding.

Once you get the amount of filon you need you just cut it to size and glue it over the hole. Needing some help and repair procedure for my cross terrain toy hauler with fiberglass filon siding. Once the pieces become tacky they are ready to be fit on to the camper. I have a crack propagating from the corner of our slide out.

Continue adding repair patches until all previously removed fiberglass fabrics have been properly replaced. Next lay the prepared fiberglass fabric onto the repair area. If you have styrofoam panels for insulation the glue will eat it up. How to with sam.

If using original siding must make sure it s lined up before sticking together. 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. 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. I would use contact cement not the gel form contact cement will adhere to wood fiberglass and metal.

The rolls are usually a standard 8 1 2 feet wide. Once i cut the filon i would then test fit the piece on the camper and make any necessary changes. Add another layer if needed but pause every other layer to debulk the patch as much as you can. I was quoted anywhere from 900 2400 to fix it professionally.

If you re looking for a siding option that combines safety durability and great looks it s fiberglass that you need. Adding a nice picture will cover the bad spots and keep the repair hidden. Here are some basic steps to take to replace your rv s siding.