Fun with Fiberglass

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Lightweight molded-fiberglass RVs are designed for long-term durability and improved mpg — and they look cool, too

RVs are constructed in a number of different ways, but many follow the same basic blueprint: Start with a steel or aluminum frame, build up the walls with wood and/or aluminum, more framing and composite materials, cover the structure with a roof and wrap the entire unit with either aluminum panels or gelcoat fiberglass. While conventional construction methods work well, another successful strategy has been in place for years and continues to flourish: molded fiberglass.

 RVs built from molded fiberglass are sleek and shiny, and share their origins with the marine industry (think boat hull). In a molded-fiberglass trailer, fifth-wheel or truck camper, the rigid fiberglass body actually serves as the main framing element, as well as the interior and exterior skin. The body of the RV is essentially two pieces that clamshell together, resulting in a durable, corrosion-resistant body that is quite strong and can have several advantages over traditionally built RVs.

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“The two-piece fiberglass shell has one main seam around the center belt line,” explains Grant Bilodeau, president of Bigfoot RV. “Traditional trailers are made of many separate side, floor and roof panels, and are then screwed together with many moldings and seals. As RVs are meant to travel down the road, a traditional trailer will flex over time, and all the extra seams and joints become higher maintenance and risk points for leaking. With a fiberglass trailer, thereis only one seam to worry about.”

“Fiberglass molded trailers are sprayed into a mold with gelcoat and fiberglass,” Bilodeau adds. “The glass content is like the rebar in concrete — it gives you all your strength, as the resin binds it all together.”

Fiberglass construction can also lead to some positive results when it comes to fuel mileage, handling and durability. “Our fiberglass campers are 25 percent lighter than conventionally built truck campers,” says Keith Donkin, general manager at Northern Lite Manufacturing. “They are very aerodynamically designed for improved fuel efficiency, and they feature a very low center of gravity, which eliminates the sway of a conventionally built camper.”

Improved towing characteristics and longevity do come with a trade-off. Molded-fiberglass RVs can be a bit more costly than their conventionally built counterparts. But manufacturers of fiberglass RVs claim the difference in price can easily be amortized over the lifetime of the RV.

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“Generally, people like our trailers because they are easy to tow, easy to set up, and they last forever,” reports Kent Eveland, president of Scamp Trailers. “Most of the trailers we built in the 1970s are still in use.”

Robert P. Partee, general sales manager of Oliver Travel Trailers, agrees. “Most fiberglass trailers hold their value over the years much better than the standard-build types,” he says. “Constructing travel trailers with fiberglass has been flying under the radar for years.”

Often eclectic, sometimes retro-chic and always eye-catching, molded-fiberglass RVs are frequently the focus of online communities and club rallies. “We find our trailers appeal to all ages in part because of the nostalgia factor, as well as the simplicity and weight,” says Heather Gardella, president of Dub Box USA.

Check out the following collection of some of the more interesting fiberglass RVs on the market today.

Bigfoot

Bigfoot Industries manufactures a variety of travel trailers and truck campers, all featuring clamshell molded-fiberglass construction.

Bigfoot actually overlaps the top shell onto the bottom and uses a special sealant to further guard against water penetration. The 2500 series travel trailers include R-8 insulation, which, when combined with the fiberglass base (less conductive than aluminum or steel), creates a more livable four-season RV, according to Bilodeau. Seven floorplans ranging from 17 to 25 feet are available. The 25B25FB boasts a full rear bath, sleeping space for up to six and standards that include a porcelain toilet, aluminum wheels, heated and enclosed tanks, and aliving-area skylight. The option to enclose the A-frame and add cargo space is not only practical but looks great as well. Other options includea solar-power system, 11,000-Btu roof air conditioner, exterior speakers and an electric A-frame jack.

250-546-2155
www.bigfootrv.com

Casita

For 33 years, Casita has been building lightweight fiberglass trailers. The 17-foot Casita Spirit Deluxe offers comfortable sleeping arrangements for three, with a bit more space for guests, provided they are of the smaller variety. Both sleeping areas convert to dinettes by day, meaning the trailer can easily accommodate more than it can sleep before the sun goes down. A couch/bunk-bed option ups the ante even more. The surprisingly wide-open floorplan means occupants won’t trip over each other while moving about. In Deluxe models, a large, full-featured bathroom is located at the front of the trailer, as is a roomy storage wardrobe. Standard features include custom marine-grade fiberglass furniture, carpet-lined storage compartments and a powered roof vent. Owners can also opt for LED lighting, a microwave, an electric A-frame jack and a larger gray-water holding tank.

800-442-9986
www.casitatraveltrailers.com

Dub Box

Dub Box USA manufactures lightweight fiberglass trailers reminiscent of the Volkswagen Microbus popular in the 1960s and ’70s. Dub Box trailers are not true Volkswagen conversions but are in fact manufactured from a fiberglass mold made from the vintage VW Bus. Each Dub Box trailer comes equipped with classic moon-style hubcaps, a hot/cold outdoor shower, a two-burner stove, a sink, a 3-cubic-foot refrigerator, an LP-gas water heater, an L-shaped convertible couch with 4-inch cushions, a folding dinette table and Sunbrella weather curtains for the pop-top. Options include air conditioning, solar panels, a luggage roof rack and a storage box on the A-frame. Buyers get to select the paint color for the exterior to match their tow vehicle.

503-744-0032
www.dub-box-usa.com

Eggcamper

Eggcamper trailers are ultralightweight and offer a fun way to enjoy RVing. Available only from the factory in Grandville, Michigan, and weighing less than 2,000 pounds (dry, without options), the Eggcamper can be towed by almost any properly equipped truck, van or SUV. The all-white trailers may look spartan inside, but they contain all the amenities needed for weekend fun, including sleeping space for two to four, a galley with a stainless sink, a 2.4-cubic-foot refrigerator, available air-conditioner, appliances and a lavatory with a toilet (or a large storage area instead). Plus, the smooth interior makes cleanup a breeze. The Dexter Torflex suspension is a welcome inclusion, as are the power roof vent and radius safety-glass windows with screens and miniblinds. LP-gas options are available, in addition to the electric-only model powered by an appropriately sized AC generator, along with the standard 30-amp converter with charger.

616-437-9255
www.eggcamper.com

Escape

Another big name in the molded-fiberglass market is Escape Trailers. Based in Chilliwack, British Columbia, Escape offers several fiberglass travel trailers and more recently introduced a fifth-wheel. All Escape trailers are compact and lightweight for easy towing, and the Escape 21 is designed specifically for tow vehicles with weight ratings down to 5,000 pounds. But don’t be fooled by the diminutive size. Escape trailers are equipped with full galleys, bathrooms and living areas, in addition to oak cabinetry, high-grade linoleum flooring and an insulated headliner. Other impressive standards include two roof vents, LED ceiling lighting, full-surround overhead storage and a holding-tank monitor. Popular options range from appliance upgrades to a stereo, a water filter and a solar charging system.

855-703-1650
www.escapetrailer.com

Happier Camper

In addition to offering vintage restored fiberglass rentals, Happier Camper now builds the unique HC1 trailer. The base-price HC1 begins as an empty shell built using bonded double-hull fiberglass with 1.5-inch honeycomb fiberglass flooring. Grooves are embedded in the flooring to accommodate the modular components (think Legos) that will make up the custom floorplan, including a kitchenette, benches, cushions, an AC/DC refrigerator cube, tables, floor panels — there’s even a portable-potty cube. Buyers can configure the layout exactly as they’d like it, and the price is determined by the selected modules. LED lighting comes standard, as do built-in rear stabilizing jacks and an undercarriage-mounted full-size spare tire. Add-ons include compatible comfort heating, stereos, electric fans and moon-style hubcaps.

818-649-9099
www.happiercamper.com

Nest Caravans

A newcomer to the fiberglass-trailer market, Nest Caravans from Bend, Oregon, combines the easy-towing
capabilities of a lighter-weight fiberglass trailer with elegantsophistication and an eye for detail. Nest trailers are available in five color combinations with an array of useful exterior standards, including a nosecone storage box, all-LED exterior lighting, BAL stabilizing jacks and frameless windows. Inside, dimmable switches help control the mood with all-LED lighting, and the galley shimmers with a stainless-steel sink, two-burner cooktop and 3.2-cubic-foot refrigerator. The full-time queen bed can comfortably sleep two. Options include a convertible dinette, natural cork tiles, a microwave and an entertainment system.

541-610-2292
www.nestcaravans.com

Northern Lite

Another Canadian manufacturer, Northern Lite Manufacturing in Kelowna, British Columbia, builds fiberglass truck campers designed to withstand extreme weather. The company’s top-selling Ten 2000 EX CD SE boasts some impressive features like 95-watt solar panels, a 10-foot side awning, an LCD TV and DVD player, thermal-pane windows and skylight, solid hardwood and more. There’s even a full 14-inch basement with heated and enclosed storage tanks. Sleep like a baby on the 60 x 80-inch queen bed, or take a warm shower in the large bathroom area. Options include an air conditioner, electric jacks, LED lighting in the electric awning, battery-disconnect, an extended patio bumper, and a boat rack and ladder. With a floor length of more than 11 feet, this camper weighs in at 1,400 to 2,000 pounds lighter than comparable conventionally built campers with the same features, offering buyers the best of both worlds.

250-765-3702
www.northern-lite.com

Oliver

Oliver Travel Trailers offers two fiberglass trailers, the Legacy and Legacy Elite II. “Ollies,” as they’re called, begin at the Tennessee factory with dual fiberglass shells. The shells are then wrapped around a hefty 2 x 5-inch aircraft-grade-aluminum box-tube frame, offering additional rigidity and durability. All holding tanks and components are enclosed between the inner and outer shells for superior insulation benefits and protection from the elements. The 2016 Legacy Elite II has a number of impressive features, from the custom-molded-fiberglass spare-tire and LP-gas cylinder covers to LED lighting, marine-grade stainless-steel cabinet latches and eye-catching interior gelcoat walls and cabinets. Options range from fiber-granite countertops to a solar package, plus a tech-savvy selection that includes Wi-Fi and cell-phone boosters, a rearview camera, and satellite antennas and wiring.

931-796-1178
www.olivertraveltrailers.com

Scamp

Scamp fiberglass trailers are sold factory-direct in Backus, Minnesota. Available in 13- and 16-foot trailers and a 19-foot fifth-wheel, the nimble RVs are ideal for couples and smaller families on weekend getaways. Scamp has always focused on easeof use and maneuverability. Its trailers are durable, lightweight and aerodynamic, and are designed to be towed by properly equipped small cars, SUVs, minivans and trucks.

The 13-footer is available in Standard or Deluxe (upgraded interior), with a convertible sofa or a shower and toilet up front. The options package that includes the lavatory features a 1.9-cubic-foot refrigerator, a screen door, a water pump, a water heater, a gravel shield and a window above the range. Additional add-ons include cabinet configurations, a 2-inch hitch receiver for bike racks, TV hookups and antenna, and an 8-foot awning.

800-346-4962
www.scamptrailers.com

Weis Craft

The Little Joe is a lightweight fiberglass trailer that offers two people a comfortable place to stay while on the road. Inside, dual sofas fold down to create the ultimate 78 x 63-inch sleeping area. Although the Little Joe doesn’t have bathroom facilities (those come in Weis Craft’s Ponderosa model for an additional $6,000), a two-burner cooktop and a standard icebox allow for gourmet campsite fare (a refrigerator option is available), and a small freshwater tank lets owners clean up after a long day’s adventure. Options abound in the Little Joe, including a furnace, air conditioning, folding shelves, a three-speed reversible fan and an 8-foot awning. And, chances
are, you already own a vehicle that can haul the Little Joe.

303-947-2351
www.weiscrafttrailers.com/littlejoe

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2018 Fountaine Pajot Helia 44 Sail Boat For Sale

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Price is landed in the USA , Duty paid! This boat is already on reserve! The Helia 44 is designed by naval architects Berret Racoupeau and the Fountaine Pajot design office, to Fountaine Pajot Catamarans shipyard's exacting standards for beauty, comfort and performance. Her majestic lines, sleek horizontal styling and flush twin solar panels deliver top performances under sail with innovative living areas including her new lounge deck connected directly to the steering station. The Helia 44 meaning 'sunshine' in Greek is the ultimate light-filled and spacious catamaran built and is the epitome of liveaboard luxury. Welcome on board the new flagship for cruising catamarans of its size.

Additional Specs, Equipment and Information:

Specs
Designer: Berret Racoupeau
Keel: Fin
Hull Shape: Catamaran

Dimensions
LOA: 43 ft 5 in
Beam: 24 ft 3 in
Maximum Draft: 3 ft 8 in
Dry Weight: 10800 kgs

Engines
Total Power: 80 HP

Engine 1:
Engine Brand: Volvo
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Location: Port
Drive Type: Sail drive
Engine Power: 40 HP
Engine 2:
Engine Brand: Volvo
Engine Type: Inboard
Engine/Fuel Type: Diesel
Location: Starboard
Drive Type: Sail drive
Engine Power: 40 HP

Tanks
Fresh Water Tanks: 2 (375 Liters)
Fuel Tanks: (470 Liters)

Electronics
GPS
Plotter
Compass
Repeater(s)
Wind speed and direction
Navigation center
Depthsounder
VHF
Autopilot
Radar
Log-speedometer

Sails
Fully battened mainsail
Furling genoa

Rigging
Steering wheel
Electric winch

Inside Equipment
Oven
Electric head
Manual bilge pump
Battery charger
Electric bilge pump
Fresh water maker
Microwave oven
Refrigerator
Deep freezer
Air conditioning

Electrical Equipment
Shore power inlet
Generator
Inverter

Outside Equipment/Extras
Solar panel
Cockpit shower

Covers
Lazyjacks
Spray hood
Bimini Top

Interior General

• Saloon / cabin flooring : parquet
• Lining on rotproof glass felt
• Sofa coshions leather style
• Polyeter foam mattresses

Saloon

• Saloon accessed through a sliding door – 1 leaf with entrance carpet
• Panoramic view through picture windows
• Natural lighting by 2 roof bay
• 1 wooden table
• 6 places bench seat
• Large cupboards under bench
• Ventilation via  large front-opening hatches
• Principal lighting by spot LED + environment lighting by orientable spots LED

Kitchen

• Open kitchen to the outside by sliding bay
• Ventilation via 1 hull porthole
• Large worktop
• 2 sinks
• 1 dustbin with vertical access,evacuation bags by independent door
• Drinking water, hot and cold, pressurized by mixer
• 1 stainless hob with 3 gaz fire equipped with clamp pan
• 1 stainless oven gaz
• 3 large cupboards under sinks acomodating dishwasher (option)
• 2 storage cupboards. One of them can receive one fridge (option)
• 1 cutlery drawer
• 190L cold storage volume
• 1large cupboard in starboard side of the entry door
• LED spotlighting

Chart Table

• Wooden chart table and storage with flap
• Hight navigation instruments console
• Electric panel 12V
• One 12V electric outlet
• Chart table lighting by reading light

Interior Layout QUATUOR VERSION

4 double cabins and 4 bathrooms

Starboard hull: 2 double cabins & 2 Bathrooms

Aft Cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60x2,00 m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• Shelving on side of bed
• 1 Hanging closet
• 1 Console with internal shelves
• Ventilation though1 deck hatch + via 1 porthole overlooking rear deck
• Rear panoramic bay
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED and 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed

Aft and forward bathrooms :

• Access through wooden door
• Worktop with sink
• Mirror + shelves
• Hot and cold water by mixer
• Separate shower with mixer tap with built-in showerhead
• Shower with electrical drainage pump
• Large manuel marine toilet
• Cupboard storage with internal shelves under worktop
• Coat hook
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch
• 2 spotlights

Passageway :

• 1 cupboard

Fore cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60/1,3x 2m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• 1 hanging closet
• 1 console with internal shelves
• 1 shelve above bed
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch and 1 hull hatch
• 1 escape hatch opening
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED and 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed

Fore peak :

• Access via a wooden door in for cabin
• Fully-painted, gel-coat finish
• Buoyancy reserve under half-height shelf

Port Hull: 2 double cabins & 2 bathrooms

Aft Cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60x2,00 m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• Shelving on side of bed
• 1 Hanging closet
• 1 Console with internal shelves
• Ventilation though1 deck hatch + via1 porthole overlooking rear deck
• Rear panoramic bay
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED and 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed

Aft and forward bathrooms :

• Access through wooden door
• Worktop with sink
• Mirror + shelves
• Hot and cold water by mixer
• Separate shower with mixer tap with built-in showerhead
• Shower with electrical drainage pump
• Large manuel marine toilet
• Cupboard storage with internal shelves under worktop
• Coat hook
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch
• 2 spotlights

Passageway :

•  1 cupboard

Fore cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60/1,10 x 2m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• 1 hanging closet
• 1 console with internal shelves
• 1 shelve above bed
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch and 1hull hatch
• 1 escape hatch opening
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED ans 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed

Fore peak :

• Access via a wooden door in for cabin
• Fully-painted, gel-coat finish
• Buoyancy reserve under half-height shelf

Interior Layout MAESTRO VERSION

1 owner’s suite to starboard and 2 double cabins to port

Starbord hull: 1 owner's suite
Access to owner‘s suite starbord through wodden door at the bottom of the companionway.

Sleeping space :

• Double bed (1,60x2,00 m approx.) lateral access (island bed) and slatted base à lattes
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• Shelving on sides of bed
• Ventilation via 1 deck hatch + 1 porthole overlooking on the rear deck
• Rear panoramic bay
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting by spotlights LED and 2 reading lights
• Coat Hook
• Cupboards storage under bed.

Desk area :

• Wooden writing desk with tray on flap
• 1 Bench
• Upper arrangement
• Large consoles storage : hanging closet and cupboard
• Library area
• Main lighting by spotlights LED and 1 reading light on desk
• Ventilation via 1 desk hach

Storage and laundry area :

• Access via wooden door from passageway
• 2 Large storage consoles with shelves and hanging closet accomodating one wash machine (5kg) in option
• Lining
• Ventilation via 1 desk hach

Bathroom area :

• Resin worktop with sink
• Large storage cupboard winth internal shelves under worktop
• Arrangement above worktop
• Mirror
• Hot and cold water by mixer tap
• Manuel marine toilet
• Bathroom accessories (Toilet tissue holder + towel rail)
• Separate shower via Altuglas door
• Hot and cold water shower by mixer tap with built-in showerhead
• Shower with electric drainage pump
• 1 non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Lighting with 2 spotlights

Fore peak :

• Access through wooden door via storage and laundry area
• Fully-painted, gel-coat finish
• Buoyancy reserve under half-height shelf 

Port hull: 2 double cabins & 2 bathrooms

Aft Cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60x2,00 m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• Shelving on side of bed
• 1 Hanging closet
• 1 Console with internal shelves
• Ventilation though1 deck hatch + via1 porthole overlooking rear deck
• Rear panoramic bay
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED and 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed
• Aft and forward bathrooms :
• Access through wooden door
• Worktop with sink
• Mirror + shelves
• Hot and cold water by mixer
• Separate shower with mixer tap with built-in showerhead
• Shower with electrical drainage pump
• Large manuel marine toilet
• Cupboard storage with internal shelves under worktop
• Coat hook
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch
• 2 spotlights

Passageway :

• 1 cupboard

Fore cabin :

• Access through wooden door in passageway
• Double bed (1,60/1,10 x 2m approximately.) with lateral access (island bed)
• 1 Drawer under bed with frontal access
• 1 hanging closet
• 1 console with internal shelves
• 1 shelve above bed
• Ventilation through 1 deck hatch and 1 hull hatch
• 1 escape hatch opening
• Large non-opening outward-facing picture window
• Curtains on all openings
• Main lighting via spotlights LED ans 2 bedside reading lights
• Coat hook
• Cupboards storage under bed

Fore peak :

• Access s via a wooden door in for cabin
• Fully-painted, gel-coat finish
• Buoyancy reserve under half-height shelf

Deck Layout

Helm station :

• Accessed via stairs from cockpit
• Triple helmsman seat
• Instrument control panel
• 360° visibility
• Stairs to access of lounge deck

Lounge deck:

• Access via stairs through helm station
• Area available for solarium and mattresses

Cockpit:

• Large single storey cockpit
• Cockpit rigid Bimini top
• 1 x 6 persons bench seat around the table
• 1 Teck cockpit table
• Passe plat to the kitchen by sliding bay
• 1 fainting sofa
• 1 Large storage area on the bench
• 1 Large storage area on the fainting sofa
• 1 Gaz chest for 2 bottles
• Natural lighting and ventilation via deck haches
• Lighting by waterproof spotlights

Fore deck :

• 1 Large chest for anchorage and halyard tail storage at bottom of mast
• 1 large chest accomodating on Electric group (option)

2 SEngine holds:

• Accessed via polyester deck hatch in cockpit
• Sound proofing
• Neon lighting

Motorization

Engines and Equipments :

• 2 motors 40CV
• 2 Fixes blades propeller
• Salt water filter
• Engine cooling by heat exchanger
• Complete engine panel and dual controls at helm station
• Hour meter

Fuel system :

• 1 Fuel tank with filling by plug-hole on bridge equipped with an anti-overflow
• Electric fuel gauge (indicator on chart table)
• 1 fuel pre-filter / water separator + 1 engine fuel filter/engine
• Fuel shutoff valves

Plumbing

• Freshwater tanks with electric gauge
• 1 electric pump and pressure accumulator
• 1 water heater 40 l
• 1 electrical bilge pump (2 m3/h) in each engine hold
• 1 electric bilge pump (2m3/h) in each hull
• 1 manual exterior bilge pump

Electronics

Circuit de puissance :

• 2 x 115A/12V engine alternators
• 1 set starboard onboard/engine batteries of 600A/h
• 1 port engine batterie of 100A/h/ 800CCA
• 1 Manual back-up link et 1 Automatic back-up link

12V electrical distribution panel :

• General 12V distribution panel at chart table protected by circuit breakers
• Voltmeter for onboard batteries
• Spare sockets for extra equipment

Electronic :

• 1 V.H.F.mast head antenna

Rigging and Sails

Mast and boom:

• Mast and boom in anodized aluminum
• Complete standing rigging
• Ball bearing mainsail luff cars
• 1 tackle on mainsail halyard
• 1 topping lift
• 3 reef pennants
• 1 genoa halyard
• 1 spinnaker halyard
• lazy-jack
• clutches on all halyards for genoa, spinnaker and topping lift
• clutches on reef pennants at boom exit
• 2 flag halyards
• Navigation, running and mooring lights
• Deck lighting

Voiles :

• Full batten mainsail
• Roller genoa furler
• Genoa with anti UV band

Fittings

G.V. et génois :

• 1 mainsheet tackle led aft to coachroof
• 1 clutch for mainsail sheet
• 2 x 50-size winches for genoa and mainsail sheets
• 1 Ball bearing mainsheet traveler
• 2 x tackle on mainsheet traveler clutches with back on roof
• 2 x genoa tracks with load block
• 2 genoa sheets
• 1 winch taille 46 pour drisses de G.V. et prise de ris

Other equipment: 

• “Push pull” steering system with leather covered steering wheel helm
• 2 rudders linked mechanically by stock arm + transversal tube
• Emergency tiller
• 1 steering compass
• 3 winch handles and 3 pockets
• Pulpit and pushpit, stanchions with upper and lower guardrails
• Pulpits with seatings
• Access to transom
• 1 swim ladder
• 1 cold water shower in port transom
• 2 x tender davit kayak carrier with 1 x winch 40
• 7 mooring cleats ( 2 foredeck + 2 middle + 2 astern  1 in anchor well)
• Protection for both transom
• 6 fenders
• 2 x 50 ft long mooring lines
• 1 x 1000W electric windlass with circuit breaker protection
• Anchor fairlead under bridgedeck with built-in bridle
• 1 roller on forward beam
• Net on forward beam
• 1 kit of spare parts

Disclaimer
The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

25 Bathrooms with Brick Walls

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Bathroom design in recent times seems to be heading in two distinctly different directions, with one set of homeowners wanting a spa-inspired, stylish and refined space that is completely contemporary and another group embracing textural beauty and imperfect elegance. Brick walls definitely fall into the latter category, as they bring along with them a touch of roughness, ample contrast and a few rough edges that are pleasantly welcome in a modern interior. Brick walls fit in with a variety of styles, and with the right sealant or finish, they can be used with ease in the bathroom as well.

There are plenty of different ways that you can use brick walls in the bathroom, and while some might prefer surrounding themselves with these new-found treasures in their renovated loft, others might prefer just a small accent feature that adds visual variety to the setting. Regardless of which approach you prefer, the 25 bathrooms with brick walls on display today will leave you mesmerized!

A Striking Backsplash

The first issue that most of us are concerned about when talking about brick walls in the bathroom is their maintenance and the possibility of mold. But that is a far easier issue to deal with than you would imagine, and with the right sealant and finish, you can not only keep away mildew and decay of the brick wall but also ensure that it has a glossy sheen that complements the other polished surfaces in your bathroom. Such a backsplash is easy to incorporate by using brick veneer, even if your bathroom does not have lovely brick walls.

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Fireplace and Feature Walls

With industrial loft renovations and adaptive reuse of old structures becoming a common feature in the last few years, a brick fireplace or a revamped old chimney breast in the bathroom can become that stunning focal point that you are after. A brick fireplace in the bathroom adds an air of opulence to the bathroom while blending in with styles such as industrial, farmhouse or rustic effortlessly. Small architectural features draped in brick are also pretty easy to incorporate without undertaking a major makeover.

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Brick Walls in the Shower

This is another contentious choice, with water seepage and steam being the biggest concerns again. But placing the shower-head at a distance, using multiple layers of sealant and keeping the bathroom properly ventilated can easily solve this conundrum. A glass shower cubicle combined with exposed brick walls creates a fusion of contemporary and rustic with ease, while using red bricks to create an accent feature in the shower area can add both color and texture effortlessly.

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Get Creative!

Subway tiles, marble and concrete – almost any material works well with brick when done right, and if you are not too happy with large brick walls, then use smaller, more appealing features instead. Colorful décor, industrial-style accents and stunning bathtubs can complete such a diverse and striking bathroom that has an exciting aura of its own. For those who detest all the red, a few coats of white, gray or even black paint can offer a cool, contemporary alternative.

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Layered Lighting

As always, we tend to gravitate towards the issue of lighting when discussing a design choice, as it is the element that can break or make the look of any interior. Sconce lighting that accentuates the beauty of brick walls in the bathroom is a classic choice that never fails. Industrial-style pendant lighting is another smart choice that shines through, even in contemporary settings. Dazzling chandeliers, upcycled, DIY pendants and strip LED lighting; the choices here are endless indeed!

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