Anti-Fouling Painting Help

[5thFish]

Hi All,

Does anyone know a ballpark cost to have a single coat of copper ablative anti-fouling paint applied (25ft, fiberglass, modified vee)? I'm not looking for an exact cost. Over/under $1000? $2000? Or more??

I'm thinking one coat of copper ablative paint. The boat is usually trailered, but will be in a slip for 4 months during the summer. Does anyone advise something different or does this sound sufficient?

Anyone living in San Diego recommend a good boat yard that can do this? I'm thinking Driscolls right now but I'm open to others.

Thanks in advance...

 

[Chris1956]

Re: Anti-Fouling Painting Help

You will want two coats of paint. One is not sufficient. BTW - two coats will probably last 2 seasons.

Marinas charge by the foot of the boat. I would think that boat will take 2 gallons of paint or so. Paint cost is about $200. Maybe $20/foot for the marina to do it. You should specify color and ablative paint.