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Construction of a 42-foot catamaran continues with the installation of structural bulkheads and cockpit storage in the aft berth.Watch To maximize interior space and provide utility, the builders are installing custom inboard shelves along the hull, which will house LED down-lighting and USB charging ports.4:32 The team uses Nauticor honeycomb foam core for these panels, reinforced with 12-ounce double-bias fiberglass.6:43 A drainage system for the Vetus flush hatch is integrated into the hull, featuring a custom-molded drain path that exits through the side of the vessel.1:57 To maintain the integrity of the watertight aft bulkhead, electrical conduit is routed only to the necessary outlet locations rather than through the bulkhead itself.7:50 The final phase of the current project involves fairing the surfaces of bulkhead 6 and the electronic storage area, followed by applying fiberglass and peel ply to the newly installed bulkhead 7.9:11 Proper surface preparation, including sanding and cleaning with styrene, ensures a clean finish for the structural glass work.14:37

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