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Johan completes the final major lamination for the deckhouse roof of a 52ft sailboat.▶ 16:05 The project involves constructing five large roof panels totaling 13 square meters.▶ 1:19 Each panel requires three layers of 600-gram biaxial fiberglass on both sides, reinforced with carbon fiber, utilizing approximately 50 to 55 kilograms of glass and carbon and 40 to 45 kilograms of epoxy.▶ 1:26 To ensure structural integrity and a smooth finish, each piece is cured in a mold under vacuum pressure for six to seven hours, assisted by heating blankets.▶ 12:08 The process is completed over five days to prepare the workspace for an upcoming open house.▶ 1:43 The finished roof features a slight curve for structural support and includes planned cutouts for a sliding hatch, a garage, and deck hatches for ventilation and sail visibility.▶ 16:24 The deckhouse design prioritizes 360-degree visibility and interior volume, with the main helm station positioned on the starboard side.▶ 19:15

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