Paint recommendation

MR nova @#25

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I want to paint the Cap of my boat, I'm looking for a shiny and Durable paint any suggestion? 25 ft boat salt water use.
 

matt167

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Good quality urethane enamel automotive paint. Marine topsides enamel is basically rustoleum which will work too.
 

Chris1956

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For the prep involved, don't skimp on the quality of the paint. Use a Marine poylurethane topside paint. Brightside is a good one, but pretty pricey. I believe polyurethanes out perform enamel, BTW.

The Home Despot sells a marine grade polyurethane for a lot less, but I have never used it.
 
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