understanding paint/gelcoat

[neilmcg]

Hello,

I have an '87 Supra with a single-color gelcoated hull and deck (there are some accent colors on the deck, but I'm not concerned about that.) I want to change the entire color of the boat (excluding those deck accent colors.) I've heard that marine paint is easier to work with and can still result in a glassy high-gloss finish. The question I have is twofold:

1. Can I use the same paint for the entire boat (above and below the waterline) if it's in freshwater? (It's in the water all summer)
2. If not, is is feasible to have top and bottom coat paints match with equal color, gloss and durability?

As a novice I appreciate any help.
Thanks,
Neil

 

[Bondo]

Re: understanding paint/gelcoat

1. Can I use the same paint for the entire boat (above and below the waterline) if it's in freshwater? (It's in the water all summer)

Ayuh,.... Absolutely,....
I use a Martin Senour line of 2-pt urethanes called Prisim...
Above,+ below waterline, on trailer boats,+ dock boats as well...

Expensive, but shines like Glass..

 

[neilmcg]

Re: understanding paint/gelcoat

Thanks for your response. Once I begin the project, I'll post pics.

 

[neilmcg]

Re: understanding paint/gelcoat

I searched their website and found nothing regarding Prizim or 2 part poly. Did I miss something?

 

[Bondo]

Re: understanding paint/gelcoat

Ayuh,..... Did you look here,...

 

[neilmcg]

Re: understanding paint/gelcoat

Ayuh........Ah Ha! says the blind man.