Jon Boats are flat bottom boats manufactured for easy maneuverability in shallow water. The most used material for construction is aluminum, making them lightweight and durable for fishing and hunting. What kind of paint do you use on an aluminum boat? Choose a water-resistant aluminum boat paint that adheres to aluminum. Using a sprayer or […]
Over the lifetime of any boat there will come a time when the deck needs to be renewed. You have a choice of non-skid additives, or paints that already contain a nonskid compound. A non skid boat deck helps protect the surface as well as the occupants. When looking for a non-skid surface you have […]
There are many different topside boat paints and qualities, generally, the more you spend the better the results. See the below paints for topside/moderate water exposure (1-3 days submerged max). Blue Water Mega Gloss is affordable and easy to apply and only recommended for above the waterline or moderate use on the bottom. This topside […]
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 use under the waterline and with aluminum hulls. Tuff Stuff will insure that you protect […]
A livewell is a tank found on many fishing boats that is used to keep bait and caught fish alive. It works by pumping fresh water from the surrounding body into the tank, as well as keeping the water aerated. Most live wells on boats are made of fiberglass and usually coated with gelcoat. For […]
The direct answer is Yes. Sea Hawk Tuff Stuff Epoxy Primer is an effective water barrier and universal primer. When applied to metal hulled boats it can serve as corrosion protection below the waterline. Therefore many boaters want to have that sort of protection on their Jon boat, and apply Aluma Hawk Boat Paint on […]
When painting a boat used for hunting/fishing, such as a Jon Boat, typically a flat finish is desired so you’ll want to use one of our camouflage paints. A primer coat is used to help the paint adhere to the aluminum surface and provides an extra layer of protection from corrosion. You may also use […]
How to Fix a Leaking Seam or Rivet on Aluminum Boat As aluminum boats age they show various signs of wear and tear. One of these signs may be a leaking seam or rivet. Over time, rivets can stretched and loosen, causing a gap in the hull integrity and this results in a leak. The […]