Texmateria
FRP
Fiber-reinforced plastic made from resin and embedded fibers. Mold seams, gelcoat shine, rounded corners, and exposed fibers at damage make it read as a molded composite.
Common names
- fiberglass
- glass reinforced plastic
- GRP
- molded fiberglass
Search phrases
- molded plastic bathtub
- fiberglass panel
- curved plastic shell
- white molded resin
Common uses
- Bath units
- Tanks
- Canopies
- Panels
- Molded chairs
- Industrial covers
Choosing points
- Best for bathrooms, tanks, exterior panels, and play equipment where lightweight molded resin is useful.
- Mold seams, gelcoat gloss, and rounded corners reveal molded production.
- Damaged FRP can show fibrous layers below the surface.
- Old gelcoat becomes chalky and dull outdoors.
How it ages
- UV, impact, water ingress, and surface coating failure can cause chalking, cracks, blisters, or exposed fibers.
What to avoid
- Do not leave FRP raw edges, back sides, or drilled holes unsealed in wet or UV-exposed use.
