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The Pros And Cons Of Boat Paint

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Best bottom of boat paint
As a boat owner you know the struggle of keeping your boat in its best shape. The fact that your boat will sit in water, where it will be subject to the elements, and a population of various sea creatures, only complicates matters. The best way to maintain your boat, and to protect it from the corrosive effects of Mother Nature, is by using the right boat paints, also referred to as anti-fouling, boat bottom or ablative paint.
These paints serve two crucial functions. First, cosmetically, these paints will simply keep your boat looking good and brand new. Secondly, and most importantly, they physically protect your boat from damage caused by things such as salt wate,r and they prevent the growth of aquatic organisms (aka aquatic …show more content…

TotalBoat Alumipaint (best for aluminum boats & pontoon boats)

Now that we’ve talked about bottom paint for fiberglass boats, it’s time we talk about protecting aluminum boats. Not all biocides are good to use with aluminum. This is due to the copper (cuprous oxide) often found in traditional boat paints. Basically, aluminum and copper don’t mix well. For a long time, tin based paints were used for aluminum boats, but now that these paints are banned, what is the best way to protect an aluminum boat? We think TotalBoat Alumipaint AF Aluminum and Pontoon Boat Bottom Paint is great choice.

Alumipaint uses a special blend of Zinc and Econea to create a biocide that is potent and fully safe for aluminum boats. It is also environmentally friendly, and works in both fresh and salt water. This copper free antifouling paint can be easily applied and offers protection with only 1 or 2 coats. You will need to use a primer to use this paint successfully, as is the case with all aluminum paints.

Pros

Environmentally safe
Econea and Zinc Biocide
Copper free for full compatibly with all aluminum boats

Cons

You will need to purchase primer

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