Monthly Archives: September 2012

Do I Need Bottom Paint on My Boat?

Posted on September 24, 2012 by BottomPaintStore

Typically when people discuss bottom paint on a boat they are referring to Antifouling paint. Bottom paint prevents growth of organisms that attach to the hull and can affect a vessels speed, performance, and durability when boat is kept in the … Continue reading →

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Applying Antifouling Paint to a Pontoon Boat

Posted on September 20, 2012 by BottomPaintStore

If you do not have any coatings at all on the bottom of the boat, we suggest to sand the pontoons with 80 grit and then apply Tuff Stuff High Build Epoxy. It is a water tight barrier coat designed for … Continue reading →

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How to Apply Non-Skid Paints

Posted on September 14, 2012 by BottomPaintStore

Non-skid paints can be used for various different applications and circumstances. The most common use of non-skid is on boats, or for marine use. Although that is the most common, it is used in many more conditions. Here are some … Continue reading →

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How to Repair a Gelcoat Scratch or Hole

Posted on September 5, 2012 by BottomPaintStore

When looking at a scratch in the gelcoat, you need to determine whether it is a surface scratch or a deep scratch. The reason being is that surface scratches can easily be buffed with a rubbing compound as opposed to … Continue reading →

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Removing Stains from Gelcoat

Posted on September 5, 2012 by BottomPaintStore

A gelcoat surface is a very smooth, mirror-like finish when it is new. As gelcoat ages, it becomes porous which means the more easily it stains, the worse it looks and the harder it is to clean. Most all gelcoat … Continue reading →

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