Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua-Gallon Black. This multi-seasonal water-based antifouling paint dries fast and provides season-long antifouling protection for power and sailboats. The fast-dry formula enables painting and launching on the same day. Recommended for use on the underwater areas of fiberglass, wood and properly primed metal (except aluminum) boat hulls. Gallon size.

 

• Low Volatile Organic Content limits solvent emission
• Provides exceptionally smooth finish
• Reduces drag and friction
• Easy clean up with soap and water
• Thinner film and less paint build up equals less drag 

Physical Data

• Type: Multi-seasonal water-based antifouling paint
• Finish: Matte
• Available colors: Red, Blue, Black, Green
• Components:1
• Curing mechanism: Solvent Release
• Solids by Volume:37%
• Coverage:455.9 sq.ft. /gal.
• VOC:51 grams/liter 
• Active ingredients:35% Cuprous oxide
• Flash point: None

Application

• Application Method: Brush, roller, conventional spray
• Number of coats recommended:2-3 
• Dry Film Thickness: 1.3 mils
• Wet Film Thickness: 3.6 mils wet
• Applicator: High-quality short nap roller (maximum 3/8” nap)
• Application Temperature: Min. /Max. Range: 95° F. Min/41°F. Max
• Thinner: Water

Drying times: (Hours)

Drying	@41°F	@59°F	@73°F	@95°F
To touch	3 hr.	1.5 hr.	1.5 hr.	30 min.
To recoat	24 hr.	5 hr.	4 hr.	2 hr.
To launch	48 hr.	8 hr.	6 hr.	6 hr.

*The above dry times are minimums. May be recorded after the minimum time shown. There is no maximum dry time before launching.

 Get the right amount of paint: 

Boat Type	Bottom Paint
10' Dinghy	1 qt.
14' Outboard	1-2 qt.
18' Runabout	2 qt.
20' Sailboat	3 qt.
24' Runabout	3-4 qt.
30' Sailboat	1.5 gal.
32' Cruiser	1.5-2 gal.
36' Auxiliary	2 gal.
40' Cruiser	2.5 gal.
45' Sailboat	3-3.5 gal
50' Sportfisher	4+ gal.

 Another way to determine bottom paint quantity is to estimate the approximate surface area of the hull below the waterline, using the following formula:

 Length x Beam x .75 = Approximate underwater surface area in square feet.

 Each paint has a “theoretical coverage” area, but most paints require at least two coats, so you can expect actual coverage to be no greater than half of the theoretical value.