roll on 2 part epoxy paint

**illMATTic** · 04-11-2005, 11:53 AM

i was wondering if anyone here has delt with some of the newer 2 part paints. i saw a part on "ship shape" where they rolled this stuff on. it looked good on tv. it cured very smooth. they said it had a 10 year life. any help would be great.

**vwfreak** · 04-12-2005, 06:40 PM

I tried using some 2 part paint last summer on a small sailboat I was restoring.
It worked very well, but...
Make sure it's not too hot/humid when you're going to try it out.
I painted my hull last July (not really the best weather conditions for it at the time)
The results were very good, but I did end up with a few tiny bubbles that I wasn't able to smooth before the paint became tacky to the touch. (fortunately they are not that visible) This paint had a short hardening time.
I don't know how it would hold up on a hull that planes, or flies??? I think a traditional spray booth method is still far better, both for finish & durability too.
It depends on what you want the finished product to look like I suppose.
Good luck with your project.

vwfreak,

**Bigjohnsons** · 09-01-2005, 07:52 PM

Does That Stuff Come In A Kit And Who Makes It?

**vwfreak** · 09-01-2005, 08:21 PM

I just had a look for you, but I've tossed the old containers away.
I bought it from Noah's Boat building supplies, in Toronto.
They are located just a block from my office. If I have a chance tommrow, I'll walk down there at lunch, and check the brand name for you. I know it was not Sikkens, maybe Epoxy Tech? I'll let you know for sure tommrow.

It comes in two containers that mix about 5:1, or just mix the whole batch as is (depending on the size of your project & the temperature/humidity too).
You just prep the surface, paint it on carefully with a brush, and then smooth out your brush lines with a good quality foam roller. Then wait...

*a very small amount of thinner mixed with the paint will extend the working
time of the paint*

I'll try to get back to you tommrow on this.

vwfreak,

**Bigjohnsons** · 09-01-2005, 08:24 PM

Thank You Very Much!

**vwfreak** · 09-02-2005, 07:14 PM

It's called Epifanes Yacht Enamel.
It costs a bit more than Sikkens, but I think it's worth it.
Assorted sizes of containers available, and 42 different colors.
I even took a picture of the container for you. (had the camera with me anyways) *I'll post it later when i have a few mins to resize it*
http//www.epifanes.com

vwfreak,

**Bigjohnsons** · 09-03-2005, 12:11 AM

thanks a lot thanks for all your help

**vwfreak** · 09-03-2005, 12:35 AM

Good for wood/plywood, fiberglass, steel, and aluminum.
Drying time is approx 24hrs at 65F.
Noah's sells it for $58.30 CDN for 750ml.

Good luck with the painting.

vwfreak,

**Gigi** · 05-09-2008, 11:40 PM

Do ya think one could use this on a bathtub???

**transomstand** · 05-10-2008, 05:51 AM

Originally Posted by Gigi

Do ya think one could use this on a bathtub???

Most people's first post are about boats, not bathtubs

Urethanes are not the best choice, most are for above the waterline. They're not ideal for constant immersion. A number of manufacturers make bathtub kits now, and work pretty well. They are epoxy systems.

Epoxies are not good for applications that get a lot of sunlight, the UV rays will degrade the finish, urethanes are better for that.

**delawarerick** · 05-10-2008, 06:36 AM

When I worked for west marine I sold alot of interlux two part polyurethane. Mostly to blow boater that hand painted. I think they liked the fumes. I know they said they had good results. I would question if it would hold up at speed. Onebadaction on the board seems to really know paint I would ask him or wildman. Rick

**transomstand** · 05-10-2008, 08:02 AM

Originally Posted by delawarerick

Onebadaction on the board seems to really know paint

Then why won't he paint his boat?

**Gigi** · 05-10-2008, 11:51 AM

Thank you for the response....we've been having trouble finding the kits...BTW, we have a screamin' 21'er......that doesn't need ANYTHING! lolololol

Thanks so much....ride the wave........