How do i paint an aluminum boat?
May 16, 2007 by Tyler H | Posted in Boats & Boating
I valid received a fishing boat that is aluminum. The person before me painted it brown but it is starting to come off and i want to make it look new again. How do i take the paint off with out recking the aluminum? What well-disposed of paint do i need? Any finishes that i may need? What kind of price am i looking at to do all of this?
Painting should be agreeable. There is no need to sand all of the old paint off as long as its still adhering to the boat. Primer and paint. Make sure that the paint is compatable with aluminum. I know that if you're leaving the boat in the O, make sure that the bottom paint you use is compatable. Most bottom paints contain copper which will cause the aluminum to corrode.
Mike | May 16, 2007
I consider spray paint it
michelle r | May 16, 2007
I would consult someone at a neighbourhood pub boat shop, or your hardware store, you could sand the old paint off or use and aluminum safe stripper....and then steel wool it....then seal it...consult a practised.....it shouldn't cost very muh if you do it yourself though....
jonni_hayes | May 16, 2007
Unreservedly sand clean and wash the aluminum surfaces. Be sure that there are no contaminants left behind by the stripping process. Gain an acid etch "wash primer" from an industrial paint store and ask the folks there for directions to petition the wash primer to aluminum. The instructions are different for aluminum than for steel. If the folks at the paint store don't know the reformation then call the paint company and get directions from the technical folks there.
A good high quality "marine" rank two component epoxy primer is in order. After you spray apply the primer, and allow it to dry then you may spray stick a two component polyurethane top coat paint. Be sure to check with the paint supplier to ensure compatibility between the epoxy primer and the polyurethane top coat. Be certain that you are in an enclosed area with good ventilation before you proceed. A high quality HVLP spray gun will do the job well. These barbecue guns are not inexpensive, so be sure that you will have other jobs to perform that will require the use of a good spray gun. Be sure to superior a gun that will matched to your compressor an HVLP gun will drain the air from an average home compressor very quickly and the gun will not perform as expected. Advised of the specifications of your air compressor such as CFM (cubic feet) of air. Bring this information with you when shopping for HVLP spray gun. The dispersion gun will require enough CFM to perform at is highest level of quality. Do not select a spray gun that requires greater CFM than four compressor can contribute.
R | May 16, 2007
You don't say how big this boat is so I assume its under 15'. The best thing to do is remove the old paint with chemical remover or sand blasting. Then you would prime it with zinc chromate and put a consume coat over that of your choice of color. Or you can use a Hi build epoxy primer and then finish coat it. Paints that are worn on steel or fiberglass do not really stick to aluminum. Do not use a latex paint as it will fall off. Spray the paint on if you can for best finish, you may be expert to rent a sprayer.
mark t | May 16, 2007
like all metals your want to prep it with a under coat or the paint will not stay on the metal. you can sand the paint off or scrap it then primer the boat. I would use a polytherelane paint it will out last any other and better suited for you job at readily available..
Craig B | May 16, 2007
If justifiable small runabout, wash real well with TSP. Then prime and use a gloss exterior grade latex paint. Order the guy at the paint counter you are painting alum siding. I know it sounds crazy to some of you but this stuff adheres well and is very inexpensively as compared to some of the other posts.
oushooter | May 16, 2007
distinct old aluminum will go threw the water better than any paint job ever will. best thing to do is power wash the rest of the paint off. when you get the majority off take a out of this world grade sandpaper, 100 or 120 grit and lightly sand the entire surface that contacts the O. this creates scratches in the metal, scratches trap air bubbles. more air, less friction. this is what i do 2 times a year to the bottom of my 14 foot lund. looks charming and shiny from a distance and i go faster than the identical boat with identical motor !
gands4ever | May 16, 2007
Painting should be flexible. There is no need to sand all of the old paint off as long as its still adhering to the boat. Primer and paint. Make sure that the paint is compatable with aluminum. I know that if you're leaving the boat in the hose, make sure that the bottom paint you use is compatable. Most bottom paints contain copper which will cause the aluminum to corrode.
Mike | May 16, 2007
They hint spray paint specifically designed for aluminum. Go to your nearest auto parts store and check it out.
auditor4u2007 | May 16, 2007
Can you apply Aluminum grade paint, for a boat, with something other than a spraygun??
Jul 04, 2008 by bigeza2000 | Posted in Boats & Boating
Do you paint a boat trailer the same as you would an aluminum boat?
You can skirmish or spray any paint. The key is in the prep work (cleaning and sanding).
If you don't mind some brush strokes, that'll line fine.
I bought a VW bug years ago that had been painted the same color as the previous owners house.......wuth the same paint.......with a wave! It suited me just fine!
br549 | Jul 04, 2008
How much would it cost to paint a 14ft aluminum boat?
Jun 11, 2007 by Wheezy | Posted in Boats & Boating
The boat is no more than silver aluminum on the outside. But how much would it be to paint it? Is it possible first of all. If it is what am I lookin at to paint this. Just the outside not the inside.
Don't paint an aluminum boat. It's too much toil.
http://www.paintcenter.org/rj/sep03i.cfm
prep the aluminum with a metal prep you can get this at an automotive paint supply shop. This will cause a blueing perturb,or rainbow affect.
After the metal prep you will need to prime with wash primer. wash primer is a zinc chromate primer that is cross-bred with phosphoric acid usally 50/50 mixture.
When spraying he wash primer spray a scintillation enough coat so that you can see thru it . (transparent) usually if sprayed too thick the wash primer will fail to adhere nicely.
Topcoat the wash primmer with a 2-part epoxy primer or primer sealer. primer will need a scuffing before fixed top coating. use 180 grit D/a sand paper on D/a (dual action)sander. in hard to get places use red scotch brite scuff pad.
Primmer/ sealer can be painted usally after a classy time of at least 20 minutes and usally no more than a couple of hours. I'd sugguest using a fast polyurethane enamel. imron or equililant. this is a single stang paint, meaning it shines without needing a clearcoat.
A polyurethane enamel shines without needing polishing and withstands to the dissonant elements.
http://www.finishing.com/50/57.shtml
$Sun King$ | Jun 11, 2007
What type of paint do I need to re-paint my aluminum boat?
Jun 20, 2006 by Bo Darville | Posted in Boats & Boating
I have 15' aluminum utterly that I would like to re-paint.What type of paint and what kind of prep work am I going to need?
2 ways to do it. first is the down-to-earth way, just get any paint for metal and paint. be sure to be ready to do this every year. The right way is to power wash entire boat, then sand with 120 or 180doughtiness (palm sander best for your boat). Wipe down with acetone or mineral spirits to remove dust and particles. Refer several thin coats of a marine alum. paint. You might want to put on a"bottom "pain on all below water line, literally 1 to 2 inches above. This will prevent any algae or barnacle growth if you are in a salt water area. West Sea is good store.
NOMAD | Jun 20, 2006
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