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| In this series of articles, Interlux technical reps and other experts explain in detail all the tips and tricks you will need to get great results with your paint projects. The How To section complements our video library to provide you with all the expert advice you need in maintaining your boat. |
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| Smooth Bottoms for High Fuel prices |
This year, more than ever, many owners and captains are also looking for ways to get the most out every gallon of fuel. |
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By Gary Caputi from Motorboating magazine. Gary describes how he painted his 1989, 23 foot Mako center console. |
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Weather plays an important part in our lives and even more so when it comes time to paint. When to paint and when not to paint is an important choice if a perfect finish is desired… |
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| Painting Bilges By Mike Kent - Interlux Sales Representative |
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There are several good reasons for keeping your bilge clean, painted and maintained. |
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| Trilux® 33™ - The Original Bright Colored Antifouling |
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You’ve never seen anything this bright below the water line. Well maybe you have. For twenty-five years Trilux® has been the bright colored antifouling paint. |
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| There is Nothing Like a Smooth Bottom By Jim Seidel |
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When it comes to antifouling some boaters always seem to have better results than others. Find out in this article how to make sure you get the best results from your next antifouling job. |
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| Applying varnish |
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We’ve all heard that 90% of any finish is in the preparation. In the previous article we discussed how to prepare the wood for the final application of the varnish that will give your boat the finish it deserves. By this time you have prepared the wood and the remaining 10% of the job can either make or break all that work. While it’s not possible to get a great job without good preparation, it is possible to spoil great preparation with improper application. What we’re going to discuss here is how to finish the job properly. The areas covered will be the tools needed, cleaning of the surface, environmental conditions, and the actual application. |
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| The Interlux® Ultimate Paint System |
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When it comes to below-the-waterline protection, the Interlux® Ultimate Paint System is the smartest choice for boat owners. Why? Because it gives you the peace of mind and protection you want against gelcoat blistering. Besides, Micron® antifoulings are the longest lasting and cleanest antifoulings on the market, which reduces your annual maintenance and allows you to spend more time boating. |
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| Rebuilding a Transom |
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If your boat has a problem with a leaky or rotted transom, you can rebuild it at home without special tools or a huge building. The major part of the job is removing the old wood and cutting new plywood or foam to fit. This is not nearly so difficult as it sounds (provided you don’t mind getting covered with fiberglass). |
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| Making a grating for your boat |
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Have you ever wished that you could have a teak grating in the cockpit, or thought that the shower grating needs to be replaced? You can also use a grating as the basis for other items such as a coffee table, or even chairs for use in the cockpit of a sport fishing boat. If you have, you can easily make your own grating. |
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| Repairing Scratches and Dings in Your Boat |
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If you have ever dinged or scratched your boat or had a minor accident you’ve probably had to take it to a yard to get repairs made. You can however do the job yourself at a considerable cost savings. |
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| How to Varnish like a Pro |
Learn all the trade secrets for obtaining a great varnish finish and gain insight into the makeup and characteristics of varnish and it's various formulations.
With hints and tips on avoiding the common mistakes and advice on what equipment to use, everything you need to know is contained here |
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| Keeping your cool... |
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Ventilation is essential in a boat. Even in a fiberglass boat, ventilation keeps mold and mildew within reasonable limits. Ventilation also lengthens the life of many onboard items. But when you are not aboard keeping the boat ventilated can be a chore. Here is a project to add vents to doors throughout your boat. |
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| Painting with a one part finish. Yes, You Can Repaint Your Boat |
How often have you looked at your boat and wished it were another color? Or looked at your boat and thought that the topsides looked faded and worn? If you have, are you daunted by the cost? Repainting the topsides of a boat can cost thousands of dollars, but there is an easier way. You can use Interlux’s New Topside Paint Toplac.
How good is Interlux's single part paint Toplac? Roger Marshall finds out… |
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