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PAINT GUIDE for yacht

Easy to follow instructions for DIY

PAINT GUIDE for yacht

Easy to follow instructions for DIY

OVERVIEW

I will explain what kind of preparation and work is required to actually apply the bottom paint.

PreparationPreparation of tools and calculation of required amount of paint
Removal1. Removal
2. Rinsing
3. Sanding
4. Tape
Painting5. Primer coating (new boat only)
6. 1st AF painting
7. Sanding (Waiting for drying & 2nd coat)
8. Additional Coating
Finish9. Finishing

PREPARATION

Before you start…

  • Before using a new brush, squeeze it well to remove any loose hair.
  • Avoid painting in case of rain or high humidity.

Important Equipments
What to prepare

Paint

Roller Brush

Tray

Scraper

Tape

Work gloves

Paint brush

Waterproof paper
(#150-#200)

Additional Equipments
Optional equipments to prepare

Cap

Appropriate thinner

Container for small portion

Mixer

Goggles

Dust mask

 

 

Important Equipments
What to prepare

Paint

Roller Brush

Tray

Scraper

Tape

Work gloves

Paint brush

Waterproof paper (#150-#200)

Additional Equipments
Optional equipments to prepare

Cap

Appropriate thinner

Container for small portion

Mixer

Goggles

Dust mask

Calculating Dimensions
Calculate the amount of paint you need

Ship bottom paint =
(Sailboat)
Waterline length X (maximum width + draft ) X 0.5 or 0.75
Ship bottom area=
 (Motor boat)
Waterline length X (maximum width + draft)
Outer boat area =(Overall length + maximum width) X dryboard depth X2
Deck area =Overall length X maximum width X 0.75

Amount of Paint to Prepare

SizeFor SailboatFor Motor boat
17 feet3.0kg4.0kg
21 feet4.0kg6.0kg
23 feet5.0kg8.0kg
25 feet6.0kg9.0kg
30 feet8.0kg12.0kg
33 feet10.0kg14.0kg

REMOVAL

1Removal
Wipe off the release agent and oil adhering to the new boat with a cleaner.
Removes adhered organisms and floating paint with a scaler.
2Rinsing
Rinse off the salt with fresh water.
3Sanding
Sandpaper is hung on the entire bottom of the ship.
 

Note
When repainting, it may be necessary to completely remove the old paint or apply a binder coat depending on the paint type of the old paint film.

After hanging the paper, wash it with clean water or blow it with air to remove dust from the surface.

4Tape
Apply masking tape along the draft line.

PAINTING

5

Primer coating (new boat only)

Apply primer ( Mariart P100) for new boat. 
Dry the primer: 3 hours ( 20 degree )
Primer not required for repainting.

61st AF painting
Mix the paint well and apply the first painting.
* If the paint viscosity is high and it is difficult to apply, add a small amount of thinner to adjust.
7Sanding (Waiting for drying & 2nd coat)
Even if it is dry to the touch with your finger and apply the second painting if you want to make it a one-year specification. Keep the drying time and apply the second painting.
 Estimated drying time
Spring/Autumn: 8 to 10 hours
Summer: 4 hours
Winter: 16 hours
8Additional Coating
Make sure to paint in the areas indicated in the picture as an additional coat of paint.
* Use the special paint ‘ Tommy Propeller Kit ‘ for propeller and the alloy part.
 

Repainting checkpoint

  • The place where the water flow pressure is the strongest
  • Fine areas that are difficult to apply

 

Note

  • Please use the paint after stirring it well.
  • Be sure to apply the amount of ship bottom paint calculated by the formula.
  • Paint a little thicker in places where water pressure is high (bow, stern, draft, etc.).
  • When diluting the paint, use the appropriate thinners for each products..

FINISH

9Finishing
Remove the masking tape.
Do not submerge it immediately after painting, and keep the drying time.
 Estimated drying time
Spring/Autumn: 10 hours to 2.5 months
Summer: 6 hours to 1 month
Winter: 24 hours to 3 months

Note

  • Please observe the painting interval and the time until submersion.
  • When storing the remaining paint, put a special thinner on the surface of the paint, close the lid completely, and store it in a cool and dark place.

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