Antifoul and Boot Top

Antifouling is one of those essential annual maintenance jobs that very few boat owners enjoy doing! It is messy, smelly and weather dependant unless you are lucky enough to store your boat undercover. Let us take the stress away and do it for you!

Preparation

The hull will be properly prepared before applying the antifouling paint, it is pressure washed thoroughly and any loose antifoul is removed. This will give a good base for the anti-foul to adhere to.


If the hull of the vessel has a build-up of layers of antifoul we would advise having the hull sand blasted to remove the layers of old antifouling and create a smooth finish that will increase the speed through the water and improve fuel efficiency.

The waterline is masked up to give a straight and clean edge to the paint and also to protect the lower part of the topsides and boot top if present. The team will also mask up any external fittings below the water line that should not be covered such as anodes and prop shafts.

man antifouling bottom of boat with protective mask and glasses on

Safety glasses, a mask and protective clothing are essential when antifouling your boat

Antifoul Application

Antifouling is a hazardous chemical paint that is highly toxic. All of our staff are trained and given appropriate protective equipment to protect them from the harmful chemicals. Masks are worn to reduce the inhalation of fumes and protective clothing, gloves and safety glasses must be on to protect the skin.

We apply two coats of antifoul to the hull to ensure a good even covering.

Boot Top

To finish off the water line a boot top paint can be applied. This is a harder antifoul paint that can easily be scrubbed throughout the season to prevent the build-up of scum and fouling close to the surface of the water. 

Shopping List

If you still fancy doing it yourself we have put together a shopping list for you! Always make sure you have all the materials you need to do the job as once you have started it is always best to get it done in one go!

  • Gloves
  • Protective clothing
  • Mask
  • Safety glasses
  • Masking tape
  • Brushes
  • Rollers
  • Trays
  • Antifouling
  • Rags
  • Some friends!
Lifting forms Vessel being lifted out of the water to be laid up ashore

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