I'm thinking about using PEEL AWAY to remove one part poly paint which was applied to the non-skid deck and cockpit areas of my Hunter 25. Is there a problem using PEEL AWAY for this application and will it remove the paint without harming the gelcoat? I know this product works well to remove bottom paint but cannot find any reference to uses other than bottom paint. For what is worth, here's a picture of the paint on the deck I want to remove. Thanks, Tony Kriz
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everything that I have read on this subject
suggests sanding the old non-skid with 100 grit sandpaper. btw...practical sailor magazine had a terrific artilce this month on re-doing this area. They compared many brands and types of non-skid surfaces. In short, they endorsed the West marine anti skid product with the fiberglass balloons already stirred into the paint. It provided terrific results and was most cost effective.
suggests sanding the old non-skid with 100 grit sandpaper. btw...practical sailor magazine had a terrific artilce this month on re-doing this area. They compared many brands and types of non-skid surfaces. In short, they endorsed the West marine anti skid product with the fiberglass balloons already stirred into the paint. It provided terrific results and was most cost effective.
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Tony Kriz
Would sand but........
the one part poly was painted down over the factory applied non-skid paint (which still exists under the one part poly). The poly paint is pealing off the factory applied non-skid and I'm afraid if I paint over the existing poly, even after sanding, I'll end up with the same peeling problem later. My goal is to do this one time and have it last a few years before I need to redo. I was planing on sanding with 100 grit after I stripped the paint then applying new non-skid as you suggested. Tony
the one part poly was painted down over the factory applied non-skid paint (which still exists under the one part poly). The poly paint is pealing off the factory applied non-skid and I'm afraid if I paint over the existing poly, even after sanding, I'll end up with the same peeling problem later. My goal is to do this one time and have it last a few years before I need to redo. I was planing on sanding with 100 grit after I stripped the paint then applying new non-skid as you suggested. Tony
Factory is not Paint!
Tony: The factory non-skid is Gelcoat and not paint. Peel Away should be fine on the non-skid. If it does not effect the gelcoat on the bottom, it should not effect the gelcoat on the decks. I think you can find some Peel Away products at the Home Improvement Centers too. If you have any doubt, I would do my cockpit sole first. Use this as your basis for the rest of the non-skid.
Tony: The factory non-skid is Gelcoat and not paint. Peel Away should be fine on the non-skid. If it does not effect the gelcoat on the bottom, it should not effect the gelcoat on the decks. I think you can find some Peel Away products at the Home Improvement Centers too. If you have any doubt, I would do my cockpit sole first. Use this as your basis for the rest of the non-skid.
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Tony Kriz
If that's true great!
Steve: I hope you're right. It sure looks like paint where I can see it through the existing paint. It's a different color than the rest of the gelcoat and looks like it has a sand additive. If it's gelcoat I'll save myself the work of painting. If not, I'll end up doing what I was planning all along. Everything to gain and nothing to lose! Thanks. Tony
Steve: I hope you're right. It sure looks like paint where I can see it through the existing paint. It's a different color than the rest of the gelcoat and looks like it has a sand additive. If it's gelcoat I'll save myself the work of painting. If not, I'll end up doing what I was planning all along. Everything to gain and nothing to lose! Thanks. Tony
Don't trust me!
Tony: You don't need to trust me, call the Hunter factory. I agree that the worn non-skid looks like paint. If you talk to their customer service they can tell you all about it.
Tony: You don't need to trust me, call the Hunter factory. I agree that the worn non-skid looks like paint. If you talk to their customer service they can tell you all about it.
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Tony Kriz
Never question the gelcoat expert!
I certainly trust you more than I trust myself. This is great news, especially if the the factory gelcoat nonskid areas are in "decent" shape. It can't look any worse than the horrible green paint on the boat right now! Thanks again, Tony
I certainly trust you more than I trust myself. This is great news, especially if the the factory gelcoat nonskid areas are in "decent" shape. It can't look any worse than the horrible green paint on the boat right now! Thanks again, Tony
another thought.
Tony: If you decide to use one of the paint removal products, you need to consider what effect the chemicals may have on your toe rail and caulking. Be careful as the chemicals may remove the anodize or worse yet, may pit the finish. I would think about something like duct tape (now in short supply) or a chemical to protect any caulked areas and the toe rail too. You may check with Jim Willis at Island Girl, he may have some product that is good for this too.
Tony: If you decide to use one of the paint removal products, you need to consider what effect the chemicals may have on your toe rail and caulking. Be careful as the chemicals may remove the anodize or worse yet, may pit the finish. I would think about something like duct tape (now in short supply) or a chemical to protect any caulked areas and the toe rail too. You may check with Jim Willis at Island Girl, he may have some product that is good for this too.
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Tony Kriz
Good point.
I was planning on taping off the areas surrounding the poly paint being stripped to protect them, including the toe rail, teak, etc. From what I hear, Peel-away works well but is very caustic. The toe rail needs to be recaulked, which I will do after the stripping. Tony
I was planning on taping off the areas surrounding the poly paint being stripped to protect them, including the toe rail, teak, etc. From what I hear, Peel-away works well but is very caustic. The toe rail needs to be recaulked, which I will do after the stripping. Tony
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