Re: Hempel paints?

Posted by Mac on Jun 2, 2005

Oh Boy! Do I agree with you re two pack poly.

I did it on kayak one - just 'cause I wanted the experience.

Well, here's what I've experienced:

HUGE cost

HUGE headaches - even with breathing apparatus - don't forget the family in the house aren't wearing masks.

HUGE stink - imagine, epoxies all used to be like this!

HUGE difficulties with wet edge initially. Figured it out by coats 3 and 4.

HUGE dissapointment re durability - can't see any difference compared to good 1 part paint or varnish.

Crap happens to the bottom of your boat. Enjoy it. Redo it every 2 or 3 years with the easiest paint you can find. Tremclad, porch paint etc. Your surface preparation (fairing etc) is more important than the paint you use.

Pant, pant, rant, rant - too much coffee.

All the best,

Mac

Oh, and this forum HAD advised me against the 2 pack.

M

In Response to: Re: Hempel paints? by Steve Miller on Jun 1, 2005

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