It is recommended to use antifouling without copper for aluminum boats, in order to prevent corrosion between the aluminum and the copper, which weakens the hull.
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It is recommended to use antifouling without copper for aluminum boats, in order to prevent corrosion between the aluminum and the copper, which weakens the hull.
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The choice of antifouling depends on a number of factors. Such as where the home port is located, how much the boat is being used and the type of boat it concerns.
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If the antifouling comes off/partly peels off during the season, this is in most cases because the surface underneath was not clean.
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The easiest and quickest way to remove old antifouling, is by using our Paint Remover. It is a PH-neutral, acid free gel that is gentle to both environment and user.
Thinner is used when applying antifouling with a spray nozzle, and for cleaning tools, brushes and roller sleeves.
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The surface should always be clean and dry. Old, flaky antifouling in poor condition must be removed.
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No. To be able to ensure the best adhesion, we recommend you to always use primer and antifouling from the same manufacturer.
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Most boat owners paint their bottom hull in connection with spring maintenance. A good tip is to paint the hull during autumn maintenance instead.
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Should the boat be washed using a hull washer, it is recommended that a hard, non-polishing antifouling is being used. Lefant TF is very suitable for hull wash, as it does not polish and resists mechanical abrasion.
Antifouling should be applied in two layers, this is done so that the right amount of paint will remain on the hull of the boat, even towards the end of the season when the fouling is at its peak.