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Posted by Binkie on 08/26/09 - 6:08 AM
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The paint you use is dependent on your painting skill level. If you are very experienced at painting you might want to consider AwlGrip, which is considered by many the best marine finish, It is a two part polyurethane with a 2 part epoxy primer. I have painted over 20 boats with AwlGrip in the last 30 years. It is expensive. The best place I have found to buy it is Finish Masters Industrial and Automotive Paint and Supply. They are a national chain. Check them out

http://www.finishmaster.com/

If your experience is not that great use Pettit Easy-Poxy. It is a one part epoxy paint, that will give you a good looking job using the rolling and tipping method, and is easy to apply. Problem is you may be looking at repainting in 2-3 years, while AwlGrip will last 10-15 years.