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Fiberglass Finishes and Effects

Fiberglass isn’t just structure, it’s the part guests actually see, remember, and photograph. The right finish can turn a slide into a landmark from across the park, while effects like translucent sections, light-play, and patterned veils add suspense, storytelling, and “what’s coming next?” energy as riders move through the path.

Explore finishes and effects to dial in brand, visibility, and that final layer of wow that makes a slide feel unmistakably yours.

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See how the right fiberglass finishes and effects turn a slide from “nice” into can’t-miss. In this video, you’ll get a quick tour of the options that boost curb appeal, amplify storytelling, and create those camera-ready moments guests line up for.

Fiberglass 101

Award-winning Fiberglass

Fiberglass 101 is your quick backstage pass to all of the fiberglass finish and effect options you can pick from to make your slide a stand out attraction

AquaLucent

Add surprise bursts of colour and light to unveil the drops, twists, and turns that lie ahead in a slide path heightening sensations and creating suspense.

Metallic

Add a sleek metallic finish to your slides with our metallic acrylic paint finishes. Available in a range of metallic paint colours and on both RTM and OM fiberglass.
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Veil

Go beyond colour by elevating your slide’s appearance with fiberglass veils. Choose from an extensive catalogue of designs to add a patterned layer to the non-ride surface of your close-moulded slide parts to complement your park’s brand, theme, and narrative.
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Translucent

Renowned for its unparalleled clarity and strength, our Translucent fiberglass illuminates enclosed flumes, giving riders the opportunity to see what’s ahead, and guests a sneak peak into the exciting ride that awaits them. Translucent fiberglass has even been used in some open flume applications where parks wanted to give guests a chance to see riders flying by overhead.

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