Painting a boat

ndemge	I just purchased a 20' Celebrity Bow Rider 20 years old. Faded Yellow and "White" Plan on re-doing the interior and would like to paint the thing... Any tips on where to start the research? Net search just brings up companies that paint. not giving much detail for a DIY	2002-07-25
Hawkeye1	The best thing to do is search on this message board 1st then search a couple more boating forums. There are hours of information on the subject.	2002-07-25
bayman	Here is the Interlux Boat Painting Guide. http://us.yachtpaint.com/usa/boat_painting_guide/default.asp Make sure you follow the instructions (exactly) for whatever brand you choose. As Hawkeye1 said, do a search in the boating forum here and you'll get lots of information! -bayman	2002-07-25
tmcalavy	There's a book you'll enjoy and find invaluable...Finding and Restoring/Rebuilding Runabouts by a guy named Anderson. That title may not be exact. Books costs about $20 retail, off the net at sites like Amazon. Has the answers to Q's you'll be asking as you go along. Might check your library, too.	2002-07-26
flashback	I have found that a good machine compounding will do wonders to faded gel coat.	2002-07-26
ndemge	Thanks for the tips. Good website. How many of you have taken on the task of painting a fiberglass boat? Is this something you would recommend for the Novice? (yes, I can follow directions) But have no experience painting much more than a bedroom wall.	2002-08-01
Firewood	I painted 2 boats, each with Interlux Plus, 2 part polyurethane paint. I spray it on, you have to have the proper safety equipment, respirator and eye protection etc.. I'm not talking a $3 dusk mask from the hardware store either. I'd thin it down and roll it or brush it on if you don't have experience spraying. Preparation of the surface makes all the difference. Paint wont hide imperfections it only highlights them. Start in an area that's not as critical till you get a feel for the paint and how much thinner to use. good luck...don't rush it	2002-08-01
signman	I have painted all every kind of craft, on all kinds of substraits with every kind of paint. I can tell you from my own experience that this is not a job for a beginner or novice, and I would like to help you avoid a large headache. Even if you got the boat prepped right, got it sealed used the right paint and had a proper place to paint it, you won't be happy with the outcome. The paints that are used today for boat application are caustic and very difficult to apply. I suggest that you try buffing it 1st with Dupont oil #7 and then waxing. If that doesn't give the desired results have it painted by someone who has the proper skills, equipment and facilities.	2002-08-17
bond-o	I think signman has it about right..... if you would Not feel Comfortable painting your Car.... then don't even Think about painting your BOAT......	2002-08-17

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