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copper bottom paint

Posted: Jul 14th, '10, 19:18
by Marlin
anyone used this type in salt water, we used to use it in fresh water, I think it's the color I want

Posted: Jul 14th, '10, 20:57
by Richie Rich
Marlin, most marine bottom paints are copper based...what brand/product were you asking about?

copper bottom paint

Posted: Jul 15th, '10, 07:37
by Marlin
no particular brand just a proven name that is smooth to shiny and is copper in color. The boat will spend a lot of time on a lift but also be in the bahamas for weeks at a time and possibly see fresh water, thx

Posted: Jul 15th, '10, 07:54
by CaptPatrick
Pettit's Copper Bronze is the only one I know of, but it only recommended for low to moderate fouling waters. This is modified epoxy paint, similar in characteristics to "Trinidad". The primary use is on classic powerboats, where the bronze color matches well with traditional paint colors. The copper content is lower than that of "Trinidad", and its use is recommended only where appearance is the overriding concern.

Posted: Jul 15th, '10, 09:47
by Carl
Pettits "Vivid" can be mixed to achieve a wide palette of colors. Other then being pricey I have had good feedback with the product.

Posted: Jul 15th, '10, 18:27
by Richie Rich
Interlux also make Fiberglass bottom coat, which is a good all around non ablative in the bronze color, or their racing version called racing bronze which is harder and slicker than most. I normally use an ablative.