I've gone down my list of things to do since buying the Blue Pearl, 1993 Hunter 27, and got to hull cleaning, in-water, on Friday.
I used a regular handheld plastic soft-bristled cleaning brush and removed a decent amount of algae and scum. She is docked in fresh water year round and the hull was painted two years ago but hasn't been cleaned, it seems, since.
There were no blisters. The rudder, prop, shaft, and keel were intact and without defects. I noted no gouges, cracking, or defects in the hull.
There was what appeared to be paint oxidation as the water was paint tinged by the cleaning. I assume this is normal.
She did seem to handle easier and responded smoothly.
The previous owner recommended hull painting every 3 years and a local boat repair/storage company will do this. He was satisfied with the work.
I'm interrested in any suggestions on the recommended frequency for hull painting. Will that need to go up to the gunwales?
The waterline seems to be painted, too, as opposed to decal so I presume repainting it is part of the job.
The deck and topside are in great shape and I don't think anything besides continued cleaning and waxing are needed.
I've read lots about paints via Google and this blog. Does anyone have a preferred paint and/or undercoating to recommend or brands to avoid?
Thanks so much! Smooth sailing to all and an observant Memorial Day as well.
I used a regular handheld plastic soft-bristled cleaning brush and removed a decent amount of algae and scum. She is docked in fresh water year round and the hull was painted two years ago but hasn't been cleaned, it seems, since.
There were no blisters. The rudder, prop, shaft, and keel were intact and without defects. I noted no gouges, cracking, or defects in the hull.
There was what appeared to be paint oxidation as the water was paint tinged by the cleaning. I assume this is normal.
She did seem to handle easier and responded smoothly.
The previous owner recommended hull painting every 3 years and a local boat repair/storage company will do this. He was satisfied with the work.
I'm interrested in any suggestions on the recommended frequency for hull painting. Will that need to go up to the gunwales?
The waterline seems to be painted, too, as opposed to decal so I presume repainting it is part of the job.
The deck and topside are in great shape and I don't think anything besides continued cleaning and waxing are needed.
I've read lots about paints via Google and this blog. Does anyone have a preferred paint and/or undercoating to recommend or brands to avoid?
Thanks so much! Smooth sailing to all and an observant Memorial Day as well.
