Urethanes
Epoxy
- Maximum pour depths per layer for TotalBoat Epoxy systems
- Can TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy be used with a pressure pot?
- Can TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy be applied to an aluminum substrate?
- Can TotalBoat Penetrating Epoxy be reapplied to itself while it is still tacky?
- Can TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy be applied to granite?
- Can TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy be applied to PVC Lumber?
Bottom Paint
- Is sanding between coats required when applying Pettit Hydrocoat?
- Can I apply bottom paint on bare fiberglass?
- Do I need to apply a primer over gelcoat before applying antifouling bottom paint?
- Top bottom paint FAQs
- Common reasons for antifouling paint failure
- Solvent-based vs. water-based bottom paints
Topside Paint
- Will TotalBoat TotalBilge resist battery acid?
- What is the full cure time for TotalBoat Wet Edge?
- Can TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint be used below the waterline?
- Is TotalBoat Wet Edge Oyster White close in color to Awlgrip Oyster White?
- Can TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint be used to paint a radar dome?
- Which paint strainer should be used with TotalBoat Wet Edge topside paint?
Varnish and Teak Oil
- Can TotalBoat Lust be applied directly over TotalBoat Marine Wood Finish?
- Can TotalBoat Halcyon be applied over Sikkens Cetol?
- What products can be used as a solvent wipe after sanding TotalBoat Halcyon varnish?
- Can TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 varnish be applied to brass?
- Can TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 varnish be continuously submerged underwater?
- Should TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 be stirred before use?
Primers
- Can TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer be applied over TotalBoat Topside Primer?
- Can antifouling bottom paint be applied directly to TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer?
- Can TotalBoat TotalProtect be applied over galvanized steel?
- How long must TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer cure before gelcoat can be applied?
- Does TotalBoat Topside Primer have good self-leveling properties?
- Can TotalBoat Topside Primer be applied to metal?
Fairing Compounds and Repair Putties
- Can TotalBoat Polyester Fairing Compound be thinned?
- Does TotalBoat TotalFair blush?
- Can TotalBoat FixWood be thinned?
- Can TotalBoat Polyester Structural Repair Putty be applied to metals?
- Can TotalBoat TotalFair be used over a 1-part paint?
- Can TotalBoat TotalFair be applied to plastic?
Paint Solvents and Additives
- Can denatured alcohol be used as a surface prep solvent for TotalBoat Inflatable Boat Paint?
- Can I use TotalBoat Eco Solvent as a surface prep wipe on wood, prior to varnishing?
- Which thinner do I use?
- What type of paint roller works best when rolling Awlgrip that contains GripTex?
- How many square feet will one quart of Awlgrip GripTex Non-Skid Additive cover if I sprinkle it on?
- How much Interlux Intergrip Non-Skid Additive is recommended per volume of paint or square footage?
Composite Cloth
- How many layers of fiberglass cloth will it take to build up 1/4 inch of solid glass?
- Is biaxial fiberglass cloth tape compatible with epoxy resin?
- What is the wet out clarity of woven roving?
- Surface preparation for hand layup
- What is woven roving suitable for?
- How much resin is needed to wet out woven roving?
Gelcoat and Polyester Resin
- Is neutral gelcoat clear?
- How long does gelcoat need to cure before it can be sanded?
- Can polyester resin be used with Kevlar® cloth?
- How long can PVA be allowed to stay on gelcoat after it has cured?
- What is the mix ratio for MEKP catalyst when using TotalBoat Polyester Laminating Resin?
- Does polyester resin have UV stability?
Hardware & Tools
- Which filter bag should be used with the Festool CT 15 dust extractor?
- What is the ideal operating pressure when using a pressure pot for casting epoxy?
- What size bilge pump do I need?
- Metal cleaning and polishing tips
- Operating instructions for Jabsco manual marine toilet
- Splicing guide - double braid eye splice
Cleaning and Polishing
- What is the recommended buffer speed when using TotalBoat TotalBuff and TotalBoat TotalShine?
- Will TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Etch Wash damage paint surrounding a repair?
- Are TotalBoat TotalBuff and TotalBoat TotalShine safe for contact with food?
- Is there a minimum temperature to use TotalBoat TotalBuff or TotalShine?
- How do I restore and maintain my gelcoat?
- How can I remove stains from gelcoat?
Caulking and Sealants
- Can TotalBoat Seal be used to bond StarBoard?
- What is the diameter of 7 strand caulking wick?
- Caulking and Marine Sealant Coverage Chart
- What is the maximum temperature for TotalBoat Seal?
- Can I paint or stain 3M 5200 caulking?
- What surfaces and applications are suitable for Sikaflex 221?
Marine Plywood and Building Materials
Glues and Adhesives
- Can TotalBoat FlexEpox be applied over polyurethane paint?
- Can TotalBoat Thixo be used to repair a Hypalon® inflatable dinghy?
- Is TotalBoat Thixo safe to use in an aquarium?
- What is the weight of silica in one quart of TotalBoat Silica Thickener?
- Does TotalBoat Silica Thickener have a shelf life?
- What adhesives are recommended for King StarBoard®?
Plumbing
Paint Supplies
- Will TotalBoat TotalStrip soften 3M 5200?
- Interlux coatings coverage charts
- Choosing the right roller cover
- When would I use an oval or round brush?
- Can I use a foam brush to apply this product?
- Paint brush basics