SHETLAND OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Most GRP boats can be prone to osmosis but many aren't. It depends where and how they were moulded and the conditions they've been afloat in. Shetlands were moulded in clean, dry shops using Lloyds approved resins and glass, so had a good start. I've owned mine for 52yrs with no problems of ...

Hi all, first time posting so here goes...
I'm considering a 10yr old diesel powered Shetland 27 which looks in good nick for wide canal and river use.
However I've read elsewhere they are prone to osmossis.
Is that your experience and what else should I be aware of?
I'll be getting a hull survey ...