repainting gelcoat

[Peter]

The gelcoat in the cockpit of my 1986 Catalina 36 is badly discolored in places. Can gelcoat be repainted? What material should I look for?

 

[Gord May]

Polyurethane

You can repaint FRG gelcoat with Polyurethane Topside paint (1-Part, or 2-Part), or with Alkyde Enamel paint - and perhaps a Skidless Compound on the cockpit sole.1-Part Poly or Enamel are easiest for the DIY'er.Interlux "Brightside" 1-Part PolyInterlux "Interthane Plus" 2-Part PolyPettit "Easypoxy" 1-Part PolyPettit "9900" Skidless compound Others from Awlgrip, Sterling, Z-Spar etc.Gord