What does a typical repaint job cost for a Catalina 27? Just something to touch up the hull? Thanks for any info
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Here's one quote...
The prices vary by the existing condition of your hull and, of course, who is doing the painting. Here is one quote I received a little less than a year ago for my Catalina 27.
It was more money than I wanted to spend at the time so I did not go forward with it.
The prices vary by the existing condition of your hull and, of course, who is doing the painting. Here is one quote I received a little less than a year ago for my Catalina 27.
It was more money than I wanted to spend at the time so I did not go forward with it.
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This is easily done yourself with a one part polyurethane paint and the results are excellent. These paints are not as hard as the 2 part epoxy paints or an Awlgrip but the process is much easier. You can use the 2 part paints with the roll on and tip method. If you have to repaint in say 3 to 5 years all you do is scuff the surface with a scotchbrite pad and put on a single coat. Go to youtube and search Brightside or Easypoxy and you'll see videos of the process. Your post says touch up. I am talking about painting the entire hull because color matching would be a problem.
I'd have to beg to differ with Ajay73. In the past I've used 2-part and 1-part paint systems, and there is no comparison as to the results. While it is true the two part paints are a bit more challenging, the difference in results is amazing. A two part paint is much harder, shinier, and will last three times longer than a one part paint.
90% of the effort in painting is in the preparation anyway. With a smooth continuous surface like the topsides of a hull, with a practiced hand you can roll-and-tip with Perfection and end up looking like it was sprayed on. Google the videos. (Perfection is the two-part system from the same company that makes Brightside which is their one-part).
Jon, not seeing where we differ much. As I said the 2 parts are harder, meaning tougher and, of course, will last longer. I too have used 2 part paints and they are quite a bit more problematic. Weather(temp and humidity) has a lot to do with it, at least in my experience, as it will have an effect on pot life of the 2 part mix. And if it starts to set up while you're still applying a mix it will cause a slow down in the process.
Ajay, I agree that 2-parts are a handful. The pot life is important and the manufacturers guidelines have to be respected. The videos explain how to do it better than I could. The only trick I would add over Interlux Perfection videos is to have two sets of brushes and rollers as well as two pots going. I'll mix the paint, hardner, and thinner (3 parts!) in the second bucket when I start painting with the first. That way it will be ready when the first bucket is empty - in about twenty minutes. When I start on the second bucket I also use fresh rollers, brushes, and tray.
For the topsides (the hull between the waterline and deck), a two part is perfect. There are few fittings to mask and paint around. The large wide flat topside area means nice large strokes. Two people - one rolling and one tipping - are optimal. Every time I've tried to do both myself I've been sorry.
A yard near me only lets do-it-yourselfers paint with tip and roll. They don't want us to spray because overspray will land on nearby boats. Interlux Perfection is a two part system that can be rolled on (the same company owns Awlgrip), but it needs three coats.
Wow... Yes.. that is more than I paid for my boatJon_E said:
LOL... Unless I find a pot of gold I will DIY this one ... Thanks for the tip
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