Bottom paint

[Boris]

Just wanted to get opinions what is the best paint to prevent annoying growth on the bottom of my boat (hunter 25). I do not mind to spend some extra $$ in order to have smooth, not bumpy, hard bottom, and to get low maintenance coating. I appreciate your input!

 

[KennyH]

Depends on your local environment

The best bottom paint is dictated by your local environment. If you are in a heavy salt water environment the paint with the most copper is best. Barnicles are the big problem in salt water. Fresh water environment requires a paint that keeps algae from building up. Your local boat yard and owners are your best bet as to what works for your area. In my area we have both salt and fresh water environments. If you move your boat from one to the other from time to time you can get up to 10 years on a bottom paint job.The salt water environment eats the algae from fresh water. The fresh water environment kills the barnicles.