I recently noticed that Rustoleum makes a marine, topside paint and primer. It is reasonably priced. Does anyone have any experience with this product that they could share. I am most interested in ease of application and durability.
Rustoleum Topside Paint
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On You-tube there is a Jamestown TV section going over one part paints , the different brands pro and con
If you want longevity and durability you should go with a two part urethane. Perfection is one of my favorites. It can be applied to give a smooth, high gloss finish by properly thinning and using roll and tip method. Your boat is small enough to fit in a garage which helps tremendously.
Also, expect to spend 75% of the time prepping. It does not matter how good the paint is if you do not prep the surface properly.
Others here will swear by one part paints and even cheap paints. But if you put any of them up against a good quality 2 part paint they will fade quicker and will suffer from abuse more easily. I have used both Brightsides(1 part) and Perfection and I am a stickler for preparation. Perfection is better.
Also, expect to spend 75% of the time prepping. It does not matter how good the paint is if you do not prep the surface properly.
Others here will swear by one part paints and even cheap paints. But if you put any of them up against a good quality 2 part paint they will fade quicker and will suffer from abuse more easily. I have used both Brightsides(1 part) and Perfection and I am a stickler for preparation. Perfection is better.
This topic has been covered a bunch in the past too and I have written much about it. Not all two part paints are considered great for topside use (hull sides) for longevity, color and gloss and abrasion resistance. Two part linear polyurethanes are. 2 part epoxies are not, because they don't hold up to sun very well. Awlgrip makes a hard two part linear polyurethane paint that can be sprayed or brushed. It is very hard after it cures that it cannot be easily repaired, but is very abrasion resistant, and color and gloss retention are excellent. Awlcraft, a more recent 2 part linear polyurethane paint is "softer" than Awlgrip, but has the same color selection (good). Because it is softer scratches can be repaired long after the application date. But, while it is excellent paint, it is not as abrasion existent as the original, but also because it is more VOC compliant is used more widely today. The Interlux two part urethane paint is good - especially for the DIY boater, but color selection is limited. It is formulated for rolling and tipping. Well, more to write, but I have already written it and so you can delve back for more info.
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