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Johan and Malin are reconfiguring the interior layout of their boat, specifically shifting two bulkheads 100 millimeters forward to increase space in the galley and the head shower compartment.1:47 The new layout positions the toilet lengthwise rather than sideways to improve floor space flow.4:39 To construct the interior, Johan fabricates custom bulkheads using PET foam, which he laminates with fiberglass using a vacuum bagging technique.9:21 He upgrades to a 12 cubic feet per minute vacuum pump to improve air evacuation and handle potential leaks during the lamination process.19:21 To create rounded corners for the bulkheads, he builds a mold using a section of pipe and plywood, then employs a kerf-bending technique on the foam to achieve a 100-millimeter inner radius.10:05 He uses a laser and center-line measurements to ensure the bulkheads are installed without twists.24:17 Vacuum bagging both sides of the foam simultaneously significantly speeds up the lamination process, though achieving a perfect 90-degree corner requires careful sealing of the mold to prevent vacuum leaks.32:01

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