🧩 Main Functions of Gelcoat When Creating a Mold ➖Creates a perfect surface finish. ➖The gelcoat reproduces the smoothness and quality of the master model. ➖Acts as a barrier layer between the resin and the master model. ➖Protects the model from chemical reactions with the laminate resin. ➖Prevents bonding and makes demolding much easier. Improves the durability of the mold. ➖Gelcoat is tougher and more abrasion-resistant than standard resin. ➖It protects the mold from wear, scratches, and dama