Hull paint for a tinny

[trucktramp]

The islander is finally wrapped and put up for the winter. I am planning on possibly repainting the hull in the spring. What is the best type of paint to use? I have a compressor and paint gun so I can shoot the paint versus roll/brush it. The boat will spend most of the time on a trailer. I don't plan on mooring it in the water so I don't expect to need anti-fowling paint. The current paint is still pretty good but could use some freshening up. Should I strip and prime/paint or just scuff up and repaint? This will give me something to think about until spring.

 

[CheapboatKev]

Re: Hull paint for a tinny

Hello TT..

If your paint is good, simply scuff up the old paint lightly, wash & wipe the dust off from sanding and get to painting.

I and others have used regular Rustoleum (not their marine grade) since we trailer ours as well..

If you will be spraying, take a look in the "finished boats projects" and read North Beach's resto and take a look at his paint job.

Good Luck!

 

[ezmobee]

Re: Hull paint for a tinny

I'm currently painting mine with Petit Easypoxy and am LOVING it. I think you could apply this stuff with a push broom and it would level out and look awesome.

 

[arks]

Re: Hull paint for a tinny

I'm currently painting mine with Petit Easypoxy and am LOVING it. I think you could apply this stuff with a push broom and it would level out and look awesome.

Yeah, I use Easypoxy for my bootstripe. No 2-part mixing and it flows out nicely.
Good stuff.

Here's a shot of my hull last spring.
The Easypoxy is green and didn't bleed thru when masking.