Boat antifoul

[Compostella]

Its my firts year of boating and my boat has been on hardstanding for the winter. She needs antfouling and I want to know any tips.

What prep work is required? What product should I use? How many coats? Does the paint come in different colours?

She is on the Thames and is a GRP hull 28"

Thanks in advance

[Compostella]

Sorry 28' not 28"

[nickmo]

28" - and how many crew?? tee hee...

Anyway, have a look at : http://www.yachtpaint.com/uk/default.asp guide on prep and also range of antifouling in paint guide from International. Couple of differnt brands avilable. Speak to anyone at a local marina / service centre as well as they will have opinions and what is suitable for best freshwater results.

[PatriciaH]

Hi, if you use any sort of sander on the hull be extra carefull you dont take the "gell coat" off -join this site and ask others who have grp cruisers www.canalworld.net