Fabric question

[Cessna4542c]

Going to cover the tail feathers soon and was wondering what builders are using?

[XL-C-100]

I used 3m fastbond adhesive with uncertified light fabric from aircraft spruce. Then I used 2 coats of latex primer followed by 2 coats of latex paint. I also applied with a foam roller and wet sanded between coats, it gave a finish I am very happy with no fumes or overspray to deal with. Very inexpensive

[Darren C]

I am using Oratex.  http://www.betteraircraftfabric.com/

Comes in various colors. Is very lightweight, strong and no need to paint. 
Like their ad says - Glue it, shrink it, fly.  It really is that straight forward making it a relative quick job.
For all the positives, it is not inexpensive but for me is worth the added cost.

[914pete]

I am using Oratex.  http://www.betteraircraftfabric.com/

Comes in various colors. Is very lightweight, strong and no need to paint.  
Like their ad says - Glue it, shrink it, fly.  It really is that straight forward making it a relative quick job.
For all the positives, it is not inexpensive but for me is worth the added cost.

Darren, I like the Oratex.  It was at Airventure unfortunately, I didn't get top try it though.   I cannot find pricing listed on their website which leads me to believe its expensive.  What is the cost to cover the XL wings and empennage?

[Darren C]

It is expensive but I was happy to pay for the convenience of not having to paint and the time savings to be had as it is so straight forward. 
Came to about US$2,300 as we don't have an agent in Australia so it was shipped and all applicable taxes paid on arrival here.  I got every tool and brush, pads, tapes and heat gun & iron so it was certainly more than if I had just purchased the fabric and Hotmelt glue.

 Happy building