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Chapter 9
Factory installed antifouling paint is a top-of-the-line
product but does need periodic touching up. No paint
can be effective under all conditions of exposure. Man
made pollution and natural occurrences can adversely
affect antifouling paint performance. Extreme hot and
cold water temperatures, silt, dirt, oil, brackish water and
even electroylis can ruin an antifouling paint.
Therefore, the vessel bottom needs to be checked
periodically to make sure it is clean and no growth is
occurring. Lightly scrub the bottom with a soft brush to
remove anything from the antifouling surface. Scrubbing
is particularly important with vessels that are idle for
extended periods of time.
The coating is most effective when the boat is being used
on a continuous basis.
On select yachts maintain a 1 1/2” clearance from all
anodes, drive units and other underwater gear. Never paint
over anodes.
BOTTOM PAINT
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