Clear Coat Boat Bottom Paint
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Clear coat boat bottom paint. Clear fouling release coat for fiberglass aluminum and pontoon boats that is an environment safe alternative to toxic boat bottom paint. Loosen the bilge drain plug with a socket or end wrench and let the bilge water drain. You can choose a clear paint or clear gelcoat. Trailer the boat home if its currently in the water.
Environmental regulations also have a bearing on paint selection. Typically the clear coat on a bass boat is meant to protect the metalflake. Race proven fisherman approved. Types of bottom paint include ablative antifouling paint and modified epoxy antifouling paint plus hard vinyl and thin film paint.
For boat owners this preventative measure must be taken seriously. Legal in all states. Rust oleum marine coatings anti slip clear flat oil based marine paint half pint item 219243. Both topside and bottom boat paint can be applied to fiberglass metal and wood.
Rated 5 00 out of 5 149 95. Clear gelcoat is typically what bass boats use at the factory for uv protection over metalflake but gelcoat isn t as easy to use as paint. Gelcoat typically covers 48 sq feet applied at 18 mils thick per gallon. Rust oleum marine coatings navy blue gloss enamel oil based marine paint 1 quart item 219206.
In addition this could be done only by using the best boat bottom paint. First clean the area where you ll be painting using a soft cloth and mineral spirits as needed then let dry. Place the boat under an eve or carport if possible. Remove the outboard motor if so equipped or the out drive unit if you wish to perform an extensive clear coat paint job.
For pricing and availability. These premium quality isophthalic npg gel coats are formulated to meet rigid requirements in the boating transportation and sanitary applications and. The glidecoat top coating kit creates a hard protective barrier over gel coat or paint giving your boat a showroom finish while making maintenance a breeze. Use a brush or sponge to apply the paint.
When vs721 is applied there is no need for sanding or painting. White gel coat pre colored gel coat clear gel coat neutral tintable gelcoats.