One Part or Two? A Polyurethane question.

[Chris Behre]

The Question:Can Anyone give me a good compare and contrast to the Interlux products:Interthane Plus two part PolyurethaneBrightside one part PolyurethaneThe background:Last season I repaired some fiberglass damage to the top on my doghouse. because the damage was caused by water gettig through cracks in the deckpaint, I went with the top of the line Interthane Plus. I used Bristol Biege because I wanted a nice Khaki, and could not bring myself to use Hattaras Off-white on a sailboat. This year when I went to buy more to finish the rest of the topside deck with the same color and nonskid additive, I found Interlux discontinued the Bristol Beige. This leaves me with two options:1. Special order and have shipped the two quarts I will need. That will cost atleast $30 more, and there is no way match paints for further repairs later.2. Use the one part polyurethane (Brightside is still available in Bristol Biege). The rest of the deck is still sealed by the older paint. Any Help you can offer would be great!

 

[Matt]

I have had good luck with Brightside...

Aside from the price, I cannot tell a significant difference between the two. But then again, I have not painted one right next to the other. I probably would repaint the entire boat with Brightside.I was quite impressed with the results of the Brightside products. No mixing (except for a little thinner), went on nicely and leveled off fairly well. The only complaint I have is that I used gloss white on the topsides and on a bright day, I get blinded. Might repaint in off-white next time...

 

[Pat Spino]

Brightside Polyurethane

Brightside is a very good product. It will not last as long as the 2 part and will have to be recoated every few years. However, it is easier to apply, cheaper, and not as sensitive to temperature. A little Interlux Special Thinner will improve flow. It has good abrasion and levels quite well. I think you will be pleased with it. You could also add a synthetic non skid formulation by interlux if you need to. It comes in a small can and mixes right into the paint before application.Make certain that your repair is sound and totally dry.Good Luck,Pat

 

[Ken Palmer]

Used Brightside on my non-skid

I repainted the non-skid area on my H33 a couple years ago using Seattle Gray Brightside. The first coat was straight from the can, and the reflection from the sun was a killer. The second coat I used their flattening agent and their synthetic abrasion material. It has held up beautifully.Ken Palmer, S/V Liberty

 

[LaDonna Bubak - CatalinaOwners]

Brightsides is softer

I used Brightsides to paint my boat & am pleased. Sure, the 2 part paints would have lasted longer, etc but I weighed the cost against the current & potential value of my old hunk o' junk & just couldn't justify it. I would try the brightsides and let it cure for AT LEAST a couple of weeks. At worst the brightsides will start marring in a few years and you might choose to repaint.LaDonna