Tips for painting boats. by boatus editorial staff optimal painting conditions are when the temperature is 50-80°f and relative humidity is below 65%. apply paint or varnish on a medium temperature, low humidity low wind day for optimum drying and no dripping.. Also, avoid painting in direct sunlight because the surface temperature and the air temperature will be too hot and the paint will dry too quickly and will be too hard to apply. consider the surface temperature if you're painting outside and the sun will be on one side of your boat in the morning, and on the opposite side in the afternoon.. Article from interlux website whether or not to paint depends on the humidity and dew point. the rule of thumb is not to paint when the relative humidity is above 85% or when the dew point is closer than 6 degrees to the ambient air temperature..
Ideal temperatures for applying paints and gelcoats when applying coatings in cooler temperatures it is important that you meet the minimum temperature requirements. this information can typically be found in the products technical data sheet, or on the can label.. The interlux product guide is the best online resource available for finding the right paint solution for your boat. this diagram provides guidance on how different product categories can be layered, however not all layers are required for every job.. Topside paint: a new look for older boats. by boatus editorial staff. as fiberglass gelcoats age they tend to oxidize and show the wear and tear of scuffs and scrapes accumulated over the years. even the best of boat handlers will find that a time comes when gelcoat finishes succumb to the unrelenting attack from the marine environment..
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