I have been using Monokote since 1979 and started using ultrakote in 2000. I think the problem is that people are lazy and want something easier and faster with good results.

Monokote has alsways been a bit tougher to cover with yet if done correctly and thought out I believe it is still the best covering material out there if using a film.


Monokote:

PLUS
1. very tough
2. long lasting
3. wide rang of colors
4. pulls the wood of with it if trying to remove it.
5. will not pull up when stuck over monokote

Minus
1. hard to go around sharp corners with compound curves
2. still thinking


Ultrakote:

Plus
1. very easy to go around compound curves
2. very good on wing fillets
3. shrinks up very well if made a mistake


Minus
1. costs more
2. not as many color choices
3. shrinks to much sometimes and gets thin
4. doesnt pull the wood grain up when removing like monokote
5. will peel up over time on the edges when applied over itself

When i choose a covering i pick it because of color not how easy it is to apply, price, or how much it shrinks. Both together have a good selection of colors. And honestly I hope Monokote doesnt go away.

how many arfs are really covered with TF monokote?