How many coats of InterProtect 2000E?
It usually takes 4-5 coats to apply the proper amount of InterProtect 2000E, but the amount of paint applied is more important than the number of coats.
Is barrier coat necessary?
A barrier coat seals a fiberglass hull, blocking water entry and inhibiting blister formation in underwater gelcoat and fiberglass. If your boat has a fiberglass hull, you MUST protect it with a barrier coat beneath your bottom paint. Water can’t get in to do damage.
What is Interprotect 2000E?
Interprotect 2000E is a unique two part epoxy coating, developed to protect new and used fiberglass hulls from water absorption. Interprotect 2000E can also be used as an undercoat/filling primer to repair cracks in fiberglass decks. * Excellent adhesion to fiberglass, composite, metal and wood.
How do I use Interprotect?
Bring the surface to a uniform, clean, bright metal surface with a surface profile of 23 mils (5075 microns). Remove sanding residue and immediately apply a coat of Interprotect 2000E, thinned 1520%. Apply 45 additional coats of Interprotect 2000E.
Do I need a barrier coat before bottom paint?
It is very strongly recommended to opt for applying an epoxy barrier coat before applying bottom paint. Epoxy barrier coat products prevent blistering of the fiberglass material. Polyester an vinyl ester resins do have a sense of porosity on the microscopic level, which can allow water into the cured resin via osmosis.
How much barrier coat do I need?
For a proper barrier coat, most manufacturers recommend a 10 mil dry film thickness (DFT) of product, which is the amount of cured product the manufacturer has deemed to be required for a proper barrier coat. For applications where a full barrier coat is not necessary, there is no designated number of required coats.
How do you use international Interprotect?
Bring the surface to a uniform, clean, bright metal surface. A surface profile of 23 mils (5075 microns) is recommended. Remove sanding residue with a brush, vacuum or by blowing off with a clean air line. Within 1 hour of preparing the surface, apply a coat of Interprotect 2000E thinned 1520% with the correct thinner.
Can you paint directly on fiberglass?
Fiberglass can be painted successfully. You have to look at it as though you were painting plastic. Paint: Topcoat with two coats of quality, exterior, 100% acrylic latex paint. To keep your steps from becoming slippery when wet, add non-slip sand texture additive to the topcoat.
Can you roll on gelcoat?
You may either roll the gelcoat on, like paint, or spray it on, to apply the gelcoat. If you want to roll on a gelcoat, be sure to use a 1/8 “or 1⁄4” solvent-resistant nap. Be sure not to use foam rollers because they tend to leave the bubbles. If you brush on the gel coat, make sure to use a solvent-resistant brush.
How do you paint a fiberglass trailer?
How To Paint Your RV Exterior Fiberglass?
- Painting Preparation.
- Clean the exterior fiberglass surface.
- Roughen up the surface of the RV.
- Wipe off the surface.
- Painting steps.
- Clean the paint-gun.
- Prepare the required painting solution.
- Apply the primer coat.
What is Interlux interprotect 2000E barrier coat system?
Prevent fiberglass blistering with Interprotect 2000E. InterProtect® 2000E is a unique two-part epoxy coating developed to protect new and used fiberglass hulls from water absorption, which can lead to poor hull performance and osmotic blistering.
Can you use interprotect 2000E above the waterline?
InterProtect 2000E is an excellent ‘Keel to Mast’ primer, i.e it can be used above and below the waterline on most substrates. InterProtect 2000E has a natural structure within the epoxy coating to create a barrier against water permeation, called Micro-Plates®.
Can You overcoat Interlux 2000E with VC 17M extra?
When overcoating with VC 17m or VC 17m Extra, allow InterProtect to dry for 24-36 hours, then sand with 180-220 grit sand paper. If filling is required, use appropriate filler after the first coat of Interprotect 2000E has been applied.
Is there a maximum dry time for Interlux barrier coats?
May be recoated after the minimum time shown. There is no maximum dry time before launching. For detailed application instructions see the Interlux InterProtect® 2000E Data Sheet. NOTE: Manufacturer data sheets are subject to revision. Linked data sheets are believed to be accurate at the time of publication.