Bottom Paint

[Delawaredave]

Did search, learned some. Previous owner put Interlux Micron Extra paint on bottom - this stuff is like $100 per QUART. #nuts
I want to start using below paint - see any issues ? Any other reasonable paints ? I'm assuming they'll all adhere to each other. Thanks !
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261815362080

 

[Sailgunner]

No, they do not all adhere to one another. Check with manufacture of paint you are going to use to determine what it can be applied on.
A lot of research has been performed by the major paint companies.

 

[Justin_NSA]

None of the Blue Water ablatives did well in Practical Sailor's tests except their 45% copper 'Copper Shield'. My guess is this medium CU content paint isn't very good.
You do need to check the compatibility of paints before you choose.

 

[Amos Cape]

I have used the Blue Water 45% copper 'Copper Shield in the past on my boats with very good luck. My old boat was done five years ago and still looks great. Used Por15 on the keel too.

 

[Whatfiero1]

Check the content label. You pay for copper and bugaside ( made up word ) interlux label says 45% inert ingredients. And check for paint capabilities

 

[Justin_NSA]

I have used the Blue Water 45% copper 'Copper Shield in the past on my boats with very good luck. My old boat was done five years ago and still looks great. Used Por15 on the keel too.

Hi Amos. I'm getting ready to "POR" my keel. Right after Easter

 

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[Amos Cape]

Hi Amos. I'm getting ready to "POR" my keel. Right after Easter

Don't forget to do the bottom of the keel. Make good use of the crane. It will be worth your time.

 

[fstbttms]

I'm assuming they'll all adhere to each other.

Most copper-based anti fouling paints are compatible with each other. Hard paints can go over ablatives and visa versa. It's the preparation that makes the difference.

 

[LeslieTroyer]

I would never put hard over anything but hard.

 

[Justin_NSA]

Don't forget to do the bottom of the keel. Make good use of the crane. It will be worth your time.

I plan to lift it and block the keel so I can work underneath . It will take two lifts. Crane is getting busy with launches.