Cure time on gel coat?

[mercury97]

I filled some holes on my boat about 10 o'clock this morning and I just checked it and it seems to be solid but, it is still sticky to the touch. Will it be cured enough to sand by tomorrow?

[BASSCAT7]

Depends on how much catalyst you mixed in with the gelcoat , the air temp, and humidity.
Also if using standard gelcoat, it needs to be covered with a piece of wax paper or cellophane, etc as it does not cure in air.
Gel cures best in air temps around 70 degrees.
If it is still a little tacky , try a little acetone on a rag and wipe the surface to take of the tackiness.

[mercury97]

I used the wax paper on it. I will try the acetone in the morning if it is still tacky. It is a little bit cool here too. Thanks for the help