Why Does A Surfboard Turn Yellow?

Surfboards turn yellow for various reasons. Top among those reasons is exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun.

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Discoloration is a normal process for all surfboards as they age. The good news is you can slow this process with the right steps.

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When you notice a break on your board, fix it immediately. If you leave it unchecked, the break will get wider, and the discoloration will occur faster.

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Get a Board Bag Instead of repairing a damaged board, Board bags shut out UV rays from surfboards.

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This might be a bit more expensive, but it is an opportunity for you to personalize your surfboard.

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Why Does A Surfboard Turn Yellow?

Surfboards turn yellow for various reasons. Top among those reasons is exposure to ultraviolet light from the sun.

Discoloration is a normal process for all surfboards as they age. The good news is you can slow this process with the right steps.

When you notice a break on your board, fix it immediately. If you leave it unchecked, the break will get wider, and the discoloration will occur faster.

Get a Board Bag Instead of repairing a damaged board, Board bags shut out UV rays from surfboards.

This might be a bit more expensive, but it is an opportunity for you to personalize your surfboard.

You can also repaint the surfboard

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