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Aluminum Application [12], Boat Finish Restoration [9], Boat Maintenance [18], Engine Maintenance [1], Marine Descaler [1], Boat Repairs [14], Boat Safety [2], Bottom Paint [33], Bottom Paint Review [8], Outdrives [4], Primer [5], Customer Reviews [5], Epoxy [7], Hawk Epoxy [10], Marine Epoxy [4], Fiberglass Repair [15], Foul Release Coatings [6], Frequently Asked Questions [31], Gelcoat [26], Gelcoat Spray Guns [2], Main [2], Non Skid Paint & Additives [3], Polyurethane Paint, Coatings, Foam [3], Pool Paint [2], Prop Coatings [8], Shipping Questions [1], Teak [3], Topside Paint [21], Awlgrip [9], Fishing/Hunting Camoflage Paints [1], Supermarine Options [3], Troubleshooting [3], Uncategorized [2]
Aluminum Application [12] ↑
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2019-02-26 What Products Do I Use to Paint a Livewell?
- 2018-01-29 Can I change the color or tint my paint?
- 2018-01-29 What Equipment is Needed to do a Proper Application of Antifouling Bottom Paint?
- 2016-03-11 Can Aluma Hawk Paint be used with Tuff Stuff Epoxy Primer?
- 2014-11-06 How to Apply Awlgrip Topcoat to an Aluminum Hull
- 2014-10-14 Painting an Aluminum Hull with Non Antifouling Paint
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
- 2012-09-20 Applying Antifouling Paint to a Pontoon Boat
- 2011-03-14 How to Paint an Aluminum Jon Boat
- 2011-01-05 Painting an Aluminum Outdrive
- 2011-01-05 How to Apply Bottom Paint to an Aluminum Boat
Boat Finish Restoration [9] ↑
- 2022-09-06 How to Burnish a Sailboat for a Showroom Finish
- 2021-06-08 The Different Types of Boat Paint
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2019-02-26 How To Mark Your Waterline for Bottom Paint
- 2016-03-10 How to Paint a Boot Stripe
- 2012-09-05 Removing Stains from Gelcoat
- 2012-01-09 Awlgrip Paint, the Best Topside Boat Paint
Boat Maintenance [18] ↑
- 2021-03-30 Using a Signal Coat Indicator for Repainting Ablative Antifouling Paint
- 2021-03-30 Antifouling Paint for Inflatable Boats
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-02-26 How To Mark Your Waterline for Bottom Paint
- 2014-11-18 Build an ‘Abandon Ship’ Ditch Bag
- 2014-11-06 How to Apply Awlgrip Topcoat to an Aluminum Hull
- 2014-10-09 How do I choose Hawk Epoxy Catalyst and Fillers?
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
- 2014-08-19 Clear Coat My Bass Boat
- 2014-08-19 Boat Blister Repair
- 2014-08-19 What Varnish to Choose?
- 2014-01-07 Restoring and Maintaining Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 Paint
- 2013-12-20 Choosing a Bilge Pump
- 2012-02-07 Can you use a Marine Descaler on an aluminum outboard engine?
- 2011-02-14 How to Apply Bottom Paint Over Existing Bottom Paint
- 2011-01-05 How to Clean, Restore, and Seal Teak Wood on Your Boat
- 2011-01-05 Maintaining and Restoring Your Gelcoat
Engine Maintenance [1] ↑
Marine Descaler [1] ↑
Boat Repairs [14] ↑
- 2020-11-19 Gelcoat Putty – Repair Spider Cracks And Fill Gouges!
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2016-08-19 How To Patch a Hole in a Fiberglass Boat
- 2016-08-16 How to Get Strong Hardware Adhesion with Hawk Epoxy
- 2016-08-16 Fairing Hull Imperfections
- 2014-11-18 Build an ‘Abandon Ship’ Ditch Bag
- 2014-10-09 How do I choose Hawk Epoxy Catalyst and Fillers?
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
- 2014-08-19 Boat Blister Repair
- 2012-09-05 How to Repair a Gelcoat Scratch, Cracks or Hole
- 2012-09-05 Removing Stains from Gelcoat
- 2011-01-05 How to Clean, Restore, and Seal Teak Wood on Your Boat
- 2011-01-05 Maintaining and Restoring Your Gelcoat
Boat Safety [2] ↑
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2014-11-18 Build an ‘Abandon Ship’ Ditch Bag
Bottom Paint [33] ↑
- 2023-05-02 How to select marine paint
- 2023-04-25 How to choose the right bottom paint for my boat
- 2023-03-24 Does Bottom Paint Go Bad?
- 2022-12-13 Painting Your Boat with Interlux Bottom Paint: A Step-By-Step Guide
- 2022-09-16 What Is The Best Bottom Paint For Trailered Boats?
- 2021-12-02 How to Apply Water-based Antifouling to Wooden Boats
- 2021-10-03 The Different Types of Pettit Paint
- 2021-03-30 Using a Signal Coat Indicator for Repainting Ablative Antifouling Paint
- 2021-03-30 Antifouling Paint for Inflatable Boats
- 2019-02-26 How To Mark Your Waterline for Bottom Paint
- 2018-01-29 Can I change the color or tint my paint?
- 2018-01-29 What Equipment is Needed to do a Proper Application of Antifouling Bottom Paint?
- 2017-03-13 Ideal Temperatures for Applying Paints and Gelcoats
- 2016-08-09 Which Bottom Paint is Best for Freshwater Lakes?
- 2015-03-16 Apply Paint Over Polyethylene, Polypropylene, ABS, and PET/PBT Blends
- 2013-08-10 Choosing the Right Boat Paint
- 2013-02-26 Can I Reactivate Hard Bottom Paint?
- 2012-10-11 What is the best paint for my boat?
- 2012-09-24 Do I Need Bottom Paint on My Boat?
- 2012-09-20 Applying Antifouling Paint to a Pontoon Boat
- 2012-06-13 What is the difference in Hard Bottom Paint and Ablative Bottom Paint?
- 2012-02-22 Bottom Paint Cross Reference Guide
- 2012-01-09 Can you use water-based bottom paint over a marine epoxy primer?
- 2011-03-23 What is the Best Bottom Paint Money Can Buy?
- 2011-03-16 Do You Need Bottom Paint Thinner?
- 2011-02-14 What Is Bottom Paint?
- 2011-02-14 Do I Need a Reducer For Bottom Paint?
- 2011-02-14 How to Apply Bottom Paint Over Existing Bottom Paint
- 2011-02-14 How To Apply Bottom Paint To Bare Fiberglass
- 2011-01-05 What's The Difference Between Freshwater and Saltwater Bottom Paint?
- 2011-01-05 Preparing Your Boat for a Bottom Paint Job
- 2011-01-05 Sea Hawk Ablative Bottom Paint Rankings by Antifouling Performance
- 2011-01-05 How to Apply Bottom Paint to an Aluminum Boat
Bottom Paint Review [8] ↑
- 2012-08-13 Eco-Clad Bottom Paint Review
- 2012-02-22 Bottom Paint Cross Reference Guide
- 2011-01-05 Sea Hawk Ablative Bottom Paint Rankings by Antifouling Performance
- 2011-01-05 Micron CSC by Interlux Vs. Cukote by Sea Hawk
- 2011-01-05 Trilux 33 by Interlux Vs. Mission Bay by Sea Hawk
- 2011-01-05 Aquagard Vs. Monterey by Sea Hawk
- 2011-01-05 Pettit Hydrocoat Vs. Monterey by Sea Hawk
- 2011-01-05 Micron 66 by Interlux VS. Biocop TF by Sea Hawk
Outdrives [4] ↑
- 2019-03-11 Antifouling Paint or Prop Glide for Outdrives?
- 2011-03-23 What is the Best Bottom Paint Money Can Buy?
- 2011-01-05 Painting an Aluminum Outdrive
- 2011-01-05 How to Apply Bottom Paint to an Aluminum Boat
Primer [5] ↑
- 2021-12-02 How to Apply Water-based Antifouling to Wooden Boats
- 2012-01-09 Can you use water-based bottom paint over a marine epoxy primer?
- 2011-02-14 How To Apply Bottom Paint To Bare Fiberglass
- 2011-01-05 If the boat is taken down to gelcoat, is primer needed when applying bottom paint?
- 2011-01-05 Application of Marine Epoxy Primer to a Boat
Customer Reviews [5] ↑
- 2022-11-01 Interlux Paint Reviews
- 2022-11-01 Blue Water Marine Paint Reviews
- 2022-10-25 Aquaguard Paint Reviews
- 2022-02-21 Pettit Paint Reviews
- 2021-11-03 Sea Hawk Paint Reviews
Epoxy [7] ↑
- 2023-05-02 How to select marine paint
- 2022-03-03 Filler Options for Gelcoats and Resins
- 2016-03-11 Can Aluma Hawk Paint be used with Tuff Stuff Epoxy Primer?
- 2015-01-26 Filling a Hole in Fiberglass
- 2014-10-09 West System to Hawk Epoxy Cross Reference Guide
- 2014-10-09 How do I choose Hawk Epoxy Catalyst and Fillers?
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
Hawk Epoxy [10] ↑
- 2022-07-26 The different uses for Hawk Epoxy
- 2022-03-03 Filler Options for Gelcoats and Resins
- 2021-01-29 How to repair a hole on the side of your boat
- 2016-08-19 How To Patch a Hole in a Fiberglass Boat
- 2016-08-16 How to Get Strong Hardware Adhesion with Hawk Epoxy
- 2016-08-16 Fairing Hull Imperfections
- 2016-08-11 How to Mix Hawk Epoxy Resin Properly
- 2015-01-26 Filling a Hole in Fiberglass
- 2014-10-09 West System to Hawk Epoxy Cross Reference Guide
- 2014-10-09 How do I choose Hawk Epoxy Catalyst and Fillers?
Marine Epoxy [4] ↑
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
- 2013-06-18 Which Resin Should I Choose?
- 2012-01-09 Can you use water-based bottom paint over a marine epoxy primer?
- 2011-01-05 Application of Marine Epoxy Primer to a Boat
Fiberglass Repair [15] ↑
- 2022-06-08 How to gelcoat a jet ski
- 2022-03-03 Filler Options for Gelcoats and Resins
- 2021-03-01 Using Webbing Solution
- 2020-11-19 Gelcoat Putty – Repair Spider Cracks And Fill Gouges!
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-07-29 Which Fiberglass Cloth to Choose?
- 2019-07-24 How to Gelcoat your Fiberglass Pool Steps
- 2016-08-19 How To Patch a Hole in a Fiberglass Boat
- 2016-08-16 How to Get Strong Hardware Adhesion with Hawk Epoxy
- 2016-08-16 Fairing Hull Imperfections
- 2016-08-11 How to Mix Hawk Epoxy Resin Properly
- 2014-10-09 How do I choose Hawk Epoxy Catalyst and Fillers?
- 2014-08-19 Boat Blister Repair
- 2013-06-18 Which Resin Should I Choose?
- 2011-01-05 How to Make a Fiberglass Mold
Foul Release Coatings [6] ↑
- 2021-09-22 Pettit SR vs Pettit PRO
- 2016-12-28 PropOne Vs. PropGlide
- 2016-12-06 PROPGLIDE TECHNICAL DATA & APPLICATION GUIDE
- 2016-12-06 Propspeed Vs. PropGlide
- 2016-12-06 PropGlide Frequently Asked Questions
- 2016-08-29 How to Prevent Growth on Boat Propellers and Running Gear
Frequently Asked Questions [31] ↑
- 2022-11-08 How to Identify the Type of Paint on My Boat
- 2021-03-30 Using a Signal Coat Indicator for Repainting Ablative Antifouling Paint
- 2021-03-30 Antifouling Paint for Inflatable Boats
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2020-11-19 Gelcoat Putty – Repair Spider Cracks And Fill Gouges!
- 2020-11-18 Shipping Questions
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-07-24 How to Gelcoat your Fiberglass Pool Steps
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2019-02-26 What Should be Applied to a Baptismal Pool, Water Fountain or Small Pond?
- 2019-02-26 What Products Do I Use to Paint a Livewell?
- 2019-02-26 How To Mark Your Waterline for Bottom Paint
- 2018-01-29 What Equipment is Needed to do a Proper Application of Antifouling Bottom Paint?
- 2016-08-09 Which Bottom Paint is Best for Freshwater Lakes?
- 2015-09-16 Problems with Paint Application Q & A
- 2014-11-18 Build an ‘Abandon Ship’ Ditch Bag
- 2014-11-06 How to Apply Awlgrip Topcoat to an Aluminum Hull
- 2014-10-08 Aluminum Hull Repairs and More
- 2014-08-19 Clear Coat My Bass Boat
- 2014-08-19 Boat Blister Repair
- 2014-01-13 Awlgrip vs. Awlcraft 2000 – What are the differences?
- 2013-12-20 Choosing a Bilge Pump
- 2013-01-18 Topside Boat Paint Options: What are your choices?
- 2012-09-14 How to Apply Non-Skid Paints
- 2011-03-16 Do You Need Bottom Paint Thinner?
- 2011-03-14 How to Paint an Aluminum Jon Boat
- 2011-02-14 How to Apply Bottom Paint Over Existing Bottom Paint
- 2011-01-12 Help
- 2011-01-12 Common Questions About Us
- 2011-01-05 How to Apply Gelcoat
- 2011-01-05 What's The Difference Between Freshwater and Saltwater Bottom Paint?
Gelcoat [26] ↑
- 2022-11-08 How to Repair a Fiberglass Boat: A Step by Step Guide
- 2022-09-15 How to Apply Gelcoat by Brush and Roller
- 2022-06-08 How to gelcoat a jet ski
- 2022-03-03 Filler Options for Gelcoats and Resins
- 2021-10-19 How Can Gelcoat Be Used to Repair Fiberglass Surfaces?
- 2021-03-01 Using Webbing Solution
- 2020-11-19 Gelcoat Putty – Repair Spider Cracks And Fill Gouges!
- 2020-06-17 Thinning Gelcoat and Using PVA
- 2019-09-25 Aqua Buff 1000-W and Aqua Buff 2000
- 2019-07-24 How to Gelcoat your Fiberglass Pool Steps
- 2019-03-13 Gelcoat Did Not Cure - What Caused It and What's Next?
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2019-02-26 What Products Do I Use to Paint a Livewell?
- 2018-01-29 Can I change the color or tint my paint?
- 2017-03-13 Ideal Temperatures for Applying Paints and Gelcoats
- 2014-09-02 How to Select a Spray Gun Nozzle Tip Size
- 2014-08-19 Clear Coat My Bass Boat
- 2012-09-14 How to Apply Non-Skid Paints
- 2012-09-05 How to Repair a Gelcoat Scratch, Cracks or Hole
- 2012-09-05 Removing Stains from Gelcoat
- 2012-07-23 How to Use Metal Flake in Gel Coat
- 2012-07-17 Gelcoat Color Match Chart
- 2012-01-09 How do I know if my boat has gelcoat on it or paint?
- 2011-01-05 How to Apply Gelcoat
- 2011-01-05 How to Make a Fiberglass Mold
- 2011-01-05 Maintaining and Restoring Your Gelcoat
Gelcoat Spray Guns [2] ↑
- 2019-02-26 What Products Do I Use to Paint a Livewell?
- 2014-09-02 How to Select a Spray Gun Nozzle Tip Size
Main [2] ↑
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2016-01-22 Search Our How To Articles....
Non Skid Paint & Additives [3] ↑
- 2021-03-01 Using Webbing Solution
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2012-09-14 How to Apply Non-Skid Paints
Polyurethane Paint, Coatings, Foam [3] ↑
- 2023-05-02 How to select marine paint
- 2022-08-02 Liquid Urethane Uses and Differences in Density
- 2022-01-26 The Many Uses of Polyurethane Paint and Coatings
Pool Paint [2] ↑
- 2019-07-24 How to Gelcoat your Fiberglass Pool Steps
- 2019-02-26 What Should be Applied to a Baptismal Pool, Water Fountain or Small Pond?
Prop Coatings [8] ↑
- 2022-04-06 PropGlide™ Reviews
- 2019-03-11 Antifouling Paint or Prop Glide for Outdrives?
- 2016-12-28 PropOne Vs. PropGlide
- 2016-12-06 PROPGLIDE TECHNICAL DATA & APPLICATION GUIDE
- 2016-12-06 Propspeed Vs. PropGlide
- 2016-12-06 PropGlide Frequently Asked Questions
- 2016-08-29 How to Apply Propspeed
- 2016-08-29 How to Prevent Growth on Boat Propellers and Running Gear
Shipping Questions [1] ↑
- 2020-11-18 Shipping Questions
Teak [3] ↑
- 2019-03-11 Teak Oil vs. Teak Sealer - What's the difference?
- 2014-08-19 What Varnish to Choose?
- 2011-01-05 How to Clean, Restore, and Seal Teak Wood on Your Boat
Topside Paint [21] ↑
- 2023-05-02 How to select marine paint
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2019-03-11 What to Use on the Deck of My Boat?
- 2018-01-29 Can I change the color or tint my paint?
- 2018-01-29 Application of Topside Mega Gloss by Blue Water
- 2018-01-29 What Equipment is Needed to do a Proper Application of Antifouling Bottom Paint?
- 2017-03-13 Ideal Temperatures for Applying Paints and Gelcoats
- 2016-09-15 Which Non-Antifouling Paint is Recommended for Wood?
- 2016-03-10 How to Paint a Boot Stripe
- 2015-09-16 Problems with Paint Application Q & A
- 2015-09-16 Paint Problem Solver
- 2015-03-16 Apply Paint Over Polyethylene, Polypropylene, ABS, and PET/PBT Blends
- 2014-11-06 How to Apply Awlgrip Topcoat to an Aluminum Hull
- 2014-10-14 Painting an Aluminum Hull with Non Antifouling Paint
- 2014-08-19 Clear Coat My Bass Boat
- 2014-01-13 Awlgrip vs. Awlcraft 2000 – What are the differences?
- 2014-01-07 Restoring and Maintaining Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 Paint
- 2013-08-10 Choosing the Right Boat Paint
- 2013-01-18 Topside Boat Paint Options: What are your choices?
- 2012-10-11 What is the best paint for my boat?
- 2012-09-14 How to Apply Non-Skid Paints
Awlgrip [9] ↑
- 2022-11-29 Awlgrip Color Chart
- 2021-11-19 Care and Maintenance of Awlgrip HDT
- 2021-11-19 How to Apply Awlgrip HDT
- 2021-02-09 Testing for Compatibility of Topside Paint with Awlgrip Topcoat
- 2014-11-06 How to Apply Awlgrip Topcoat to an Aluminum Hull
- 2014-01-13 Awlgrip vs. Awlcraft 2000 – What are the differences?
- 2014-01-07 Restoring and Maintaining Awlgrip and Awlcraft 2000 Paint
- 2013-01-18 Topside Boat Paint Options: What are your choices?
- 2012-01-09 Awlgrip Paint, the Best Topside Boat Paint
Fishing/Hunting Camoflage Paints [1] ↑
- 2011-03-14 How to Paint an Aluminum Jon Boat
Supermarine Options [3] ↑
- 2018-01-29 Can I change the color or tint my paint?
- 2016-09-15 Which Non-Antifouling Paint is Recommended for Wood?
- 2015-09-16 Paint Problem Solver
Troubleshooting [3] ↑
- 2015-09-16 Problems with Paint Application Q & A
- 2015-09-16 Paint Problem Solver
- 2012-01-09 How do I know if my boat has gelcoat on it or paint?
Uncategorized [2] ↑
- 2022-10-18 What are the uses of Polyurethane?
- 2022-04-19 Bottom Paint Store Customer Reviews