Straining Paint

[thejeepster02]

First of all I need to thank everyone for some GREAT info on Transom repairs and painting fiberglass boats.<br />I have a 16’ center console that I’m currently in the 3rd month of rebuilding.<br />I’m in the middle of replacing the transom right now, ButIm preparing myself for the painting job. I’m glad the weather has slowed me down enough to have the time to read up on transom’s and Painting, or this project would have been a disaster from the get go. <br /><br />The question I have is that a few of you recommend straining the paint before applying.<br />What do you strain it through?<br /><br />Thanks

 

[gewf631]

Re: Straining Paint

You'll find strainers made specifically for this purpose at most car parts stores - and they're cheap, I think the last ones I got were like 10/$1.<br /><br />I think you might be able to find them at your local hardware or home center.<br /><br />I tried to find a good picture...<br />

 

[BillP]

Re: Straining Paint

I never paint without straining. Ed's pic is exactly the type strainer I use. Just be patient, it takes a few minutes on thicker paints.

 

[ThomWV]

Re: Straining Paint

You can get a package of them at most of the larger home/outdoor/hardware stores, like Home Depot or Lowe's too. When we painted our boat I strained it as I was pouring the base and hardner into the mixing can, same strainer for both. I just poured the base through first and then the hardner (which is clear).<br /><br />Thom