If you are new to bottom painting and need advice, our knowledgeable store associates are always ready to help. For help online, check out "Do-It-Yourself: Bottom Painting" which includes a video overview of bottom painting plus advice on bottom paint selection and what you need to get the job done.
If you leave your boat in the water at least part of the year, keeping the hull free of marine growth with one or more coats of quality antifouling paint is critical to keep it performing its best�and for reducing fuel costs. This preventative maintenance should be at the top of your list.
A clean hull is safe, fast and efficient�while a fouled bottom will reduce your boat's speed, maneuverability and cost you more at the fuel dock. The best bottom paint for your boat depends on the type of boat you have, how you use it and where you use it.
Environmental regulations also have a bearing on paint selection. Types of bottom paint include ablative antifouling paint and modified epoxy antifouling paint , plus hard vinyl and thin film paint. We also stock inflatable boat antifouling paint and transducer antifouling paint. Ablative antifouling paints derive antifouling effectiveness from the biocides they contain and from controlled wearing, which as a side benefit reduces the need for sanding when you haul out your boat.
One type of ablative paint that is gaining popularity is water-based ablative paint , which cleans up easily with water and has little or no solvent smell. Modified epoxy paints, compared to softer ablative paints, generally contain more cuprous oxide and are more abrasion resistant. Modified epoxy paints are preferred by many owners of cruising boats and other types of boats that remain in the water for a year or longer. Hard vinyl and thin-film antifouling paints are preferred by many racing powerboats and sailboats due to the hard, low-friction surface that they create.
Another advantage of hard vinyl paints is that they dry quickly, which helps to get a boat back in the water fast. One drawback of hard vinyl paints is that they can only be applied over other vinyl-based paints. Applying hard vinyl paint over a modified epoxy paint or ablative paint will result in paint failure, due to the solvents that hard vinyl paints contain.
Since the solvents in some antifouling paints can damage a plastic or nylon depth transducer, we suggest you use special transducer antifouling paint to keep the transducer free of marine growth and optimize its performance. Due to problems with galvanic corrosion, antifouling paint that contains cuprous oxide should never be applied to an aluminum hull or outdrive. The latter is also your best choice for marinas where environmental regulations prohibit the use of copper-based antifouling paints.
West Advisor articles have been a trusted source for technical boating information since For more help with selecting the best antifouling paint for your boat, see Top Ten Antifouling Paint Buying Questions.
For an overview of the entire bottom painting process that includes a helpful video, see Bottom Painting. We also suggest you read Safety Gear for Boat Maintenance. We use cookies to optimize site functionality and improve your overall experience. You can change your cookie settings through your browser. To learn more about cookies, please see our Privacy policy. Skip to cookie disclosure dialog Skip to content Skip to navigation menu.
Keeping your boat free of marine growth will help to maximize its performance and save money at the fuel dock. Ablative Bottom Paints Designed to wear away in a controlled fashion, ablative paints reduce the need for sanding when the time comes to repaint. Most ablative paints don't lose effectiveness when exposed to air, which enables you to paint your boat prior to winter storage and be ready to launch in the spring.
Hard Modified Epoxy Paints Preferred by many long-distance cruisers and owners who keep their boats in the water year-round, hard modified epoxy paints resist abrasion. Higher copper content generally means better performance with this type of paint.
These paints dry almost instantly, so you can rapidly apply several coats and launch almost immediately. Racing sailboats used in freshwater are ideal candidates for these paints. Water Based Bottom Paints Water-based antifouling paints are easier on the environment and on the person who applies them.
This fact makes water-based antifouling paints a great choice for applicators that are repelled by the strong chemical smell of solvent-based formulations. Aluminum Safe Bottom Paints Owners of boats with aluminum hulls avoid problems with galvanic corrosion by selecting from our complete lineup of aluminum-safe antifouling paints. Specialty Antifouling If your boat has an inboard engine or outdrive, we have the products you need to keep them free of marine growth. We offer a complete range of epoxies and the materials you need to repair blister damage and protect your hull against water intrusion.
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