Urethanes
- What is the minimum overcoat time for TotalBoat Flotation Foam?
- Does TotalBoat UV Cure Clear Resin have UV resistance?
- TotalBoat UV Cure Clear Resin comes with a flashlight, are batteries included?
- Does TotalBoat UV Cure Clear Resin emit any odor?
- Is there a limit to how much colorant or tint that can be added to TotalBoat UV Cure Clear Resin?
- Which dyes, tints, and colorants are compatible with TotalBoat UV Cure Clear Resin?
Epoxy
- Which TotalBoat epoxy is best to bond or seal white oak?
- Does the entire cartridge of TotalBoat Thixo need to be used when it is started, or can it be used and stored multiple times?
- Can TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy be applied to ceramic tile?
- Can TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy be used for wood turning applications?
- Can TotalBoat Traditional 5:1 Epoxy be applied directly to TotalBoat Penetrating Epoxy?
- Does wet sanding TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy leave a satin finish?
Bottom Paint
- Can any TotalBoat antifouling bottom paints be applied to a polyethylene boat?
- Can any of the TotalBoat antifouling bottom paints be applied directly to coal tar epoxy primer?
- Can TotalBoat Outdrive AF be applied directly to bronze?
- Can TotalBoat Krypton or AlumiPaint AF antifouling paint be applied over a tin-based antifouling paint?
- Which bottom paint should I use?
- Does a full coat of TotalBoat Spartan need to be applied, or would some touch-up paint be sufficient for a second season?
Topside Paint
- Can TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint be applied over latex primer?
- How long does TotalBoat Wet Edge paint need to dry before submersion or constant exposure to water?
- Will TotalBoat TotalTread adhere to vinyl decking materials?
- Can TotalBoat Wet Edge topside paint be applied over powder coat?
- Can TotalBoat Wet Edge topside paint be applied over TotalBoat Halcyon varnish?
- Is TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint safe to use if it arrived frozen?
Varnish, Wood Finishes and Teak Oil
- Can TotalBoat Halcyon be tinted?
- Can TotalBoat Wood Honey be applied over wood stain?
- What is the full cure time of TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 varnish?
- Can TotalBoat Lust marine varnish be used below the waterline?
- Can TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 be applied to a concrete substrate?
- Can TotalBoat Gleam 2.0 or TotalBoat Lust spar varnish be applied to shellac?
Primers
- Can TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat be used on aluminum fuel tanks?
- Can TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer with the clear base be applied to powder coated aluminum?
- What is the coverage of TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Etch Wash?
- Can acetone be use to clean up TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat?
- Can TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer be applied to brass?
- Is TotalBoat 2-Part Epoxy Primer safe to use inside fresh water tanks?
Fairing Compounds and Repair Putties
- How long should TotalBoat TotalFair cure prior to priming or painting?
- What are fairing compounds used for?
- Can TotalBoat FixWood epoxy repair putty be used for underwater repairs?
- Can TotalBoat TotalFair be used to fair a lead keel?
- Can TotalBoat TotalFair be applied directly over polyester laminating resin?
- What is the coverage for TotalBoat Polyester Fairing Compound?
Paint Solvents and Additives
- Is TotalBoat TotalStrip safe for use on Hypalon?
- What is the shelf life of TotalBoat Eco Solvent?
- 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?
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
- Can TotalBoat Polyester Resin be applied over ABS plastic?
- Can TotalBoat Gelcoat be applied to concrete?
- Can Black Diamond Mica Powder be mixed with polyester resins?
- When applying TotalBoat Gelcoat without Wax, what is the overcoat time?
- Why did TotalBoat Gelcoat cure without a glossy finish?
- Can polyester resin be applied over a 2-part epoxy-based primer?
Hardware & Tools
- Are TotalBoat Silicone Project Mats antistatic?
- What type of tape can be used to form the edge of river tables and seal epoxy molds?
- 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
Cleaning and Polishing
- Which wet sandpaper grit will TotalBoat TotalBuff remove?
- 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?
Caulking and Sealants
- Is TotalBoat Seal okay to use below the waterline?
- What can TotalBoat Seal be used for?
- Is TotalBoat Seal a silicone, polyurethane, or polysulfide sealant?
- What is the cure time for TotalBoat Seal elastomeric sealant?
- How long is the shelf life for TotalBoat Seal?
- Does TotalBoat Seal require a primer before application?
Marine Plywood and Building Materials
Glues and Adhesives
- Will TotalBoat Thixo bond to Masonite?
- Can TotalBoat FlexEpox be used to bond acrylic materials?
- Can TotalBoat FlexEpox be used to bond marble?
- What would cause TotalBoat Thixo not to dispense properly?
- Will TotalBoat Thixo adhere to nylon?
- Can TotalBoat FlexEpox be applied over polyurethane paint?
Paint Supplies
- Will TotalBoat TotalStrip remove acrylic paint?
- 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?
Plumbing
Product Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat High Performance Epoxy System Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat Elixir Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat Halcyon Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat ThickSet Fathom Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat Thixo, Thixo Pro, Thixo Fast Cure, Thixo Flex, and Thixo Wood Troubleshooting Guide
- TotalBoat ThickSet Epoxy Troubleshooting Guide