technical guide
My step-by-step application
with expert advice from Nautix
1My surface to paint
- HULL
- PROPELLER OR Z-DRIVE BASES
- KEEL
- TOPSIDES
- DECK
- MAST
2My substrate
- POLYESTER
- ALUMINIUM
- WOOD
- STEEL
- CARBON
- ALUMINIUM / BRONZE
- CAST IRON
- LEAD
- COMPOSITE
- STEEL/STAINLESS STEEL
- POLYESTER
- ALUMINIUM
- WOOD
- STEEL
- POLYESTER
- ALUMINIUM
- WOOD
- STEEL
- ALUMINIUM
- WOOD | TOPCOAT
- WOOD | VARNISH
- CARBON
3My technology
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P150
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Special Race
- Inflatable boats
- Curative Osmosis
- Difficult weather conditions
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Step 2 | ImpregnationIMPREGARD
Apply two coats, paying particular attention to areas of high porosity.
Step 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly.Step 4 | AntifoulingPEApply one coat for fine wedging.
Polish with P180 before applying the finish.
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Difficult weather conditions
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | ImpregnationIAMix well.
Apply a thin coat of “pore filler” impregnation for cast iron.
Step 3 | Anti-corrosion primerPAMix well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply a minimum of 3-4 coats of anti-corrosion primer.
Allow to dry for the time indicated on the technical data sheet.
This primer can be applied at temperatures close to 0°C.
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerPEMix base and hardener well until a homogeneous product is obtained.
Apply 3-4 coats of primer.
Allow to dry for the times indicated on the technical data sheet.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a coat of adhesion promoter to strengthen the bond between the epoxy primer and the metal.
Step 3 | PrimerHPEMix base and hardener well until a homogeneous product is obtained.
Apply 3-4 coats of primer.
Allow to dry for the times indicated on the technical data sheet.
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent | Natural wood
- Bicomponent | Plywood
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Monocomponent
- Bicomponent
- Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.
Step 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a thin coat to reinforce the bond between the epoxy undercoat and the metal
4My application process
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly
Step 3 | TopcoatSTARLACApply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.
Step 3 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120 max.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerP1Apply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface and degrease with Nautix SD
Remove old paint and roughen with P120 max.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Primer to protectHPEHomogenise the base and hardener separately before mixing.
Apply one coat (120-150µm wet) for adhesion.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
Allow the last coat to dry and sand with P120.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120 max.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Ultra-glide primerPEHomogenise each component separately before mixing.
Apply a coat of PE primer with a smooth finish (120ÎĽm wet / 60ÎĽm dry)
Allow to dry and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water, leave to dry wellStep 3 | Special race antifoulingA4 T.SPEEDApply two coats of antifouling (120µm mini).
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120 max.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion primerP1Apply a coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Do not allow to dry too long.Step 3 | Ablative antifoulingA8Apply two coats of antifouling specific for inflatable boats.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Peel the hull by planing or sandblasting.
Rinse and dry repeatedly until all traces of salt and soluble residues have been removed.
To start the treatment, the humidity level of the hull must not be more than 5% above the waterline (Tramex 2 to 10 /scale1).Step 2 | ImpregnationIMPREGARDApply a greasy coat with a brush or hard bristle roller.
Check that the resin penetrates all the crevices in the surfaceStep 3 | InsulationIMPREGARDAfter drying, sand the entire surface with 80-grit sandpaper to remove any fibres protruding from the surface due to the “wicking effect”.
This is essential to avoid any risk of moisture penetrating by capillary action.
Apply a 2nd coat of Impregard.
Ensure that no glass fibres remain on the surface before continuing the cycle.Step 5 | FillerWATERTIGHTApply epoxy fillers according to the extent of the defects (1/1 mixture by weight and volume).
Sand
Step 6 | Protection & FinishingEPOXYGARDApply between 4-6 coats of EPOXYGARD (130µm maximum).
Allow the solvents to evaporate well between coats.
Apply 2 coats of Nautix antifouling. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120 max.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerPOApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly.
- Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 2 | Adhesion promoterMETATHANEApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the primer.
- Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 3 | PrimerP1Apply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Sand, prick or grind.Step 2 | PrimerPAApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Sand, prick or grind.Step 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly. - Step 2 | ImpregnationIMPREGARD
Apply two coats, paying particular attention to areas of high porosity.
Step 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the antifouling.
Apply 3 to 5 coats for optimum hull protection.
It is not necessary to sand between coats. Do not allow the last coat to dry too quickly.Step 4 | AntifoulingPEApply one coat for fine wedging.
Polish with P180 before applying the finish. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerP7Shake spray well before use.
Apply 2 coats of primer.
Allow to dry for the times indicated in the technical data sheet.
Approximately one spray per propeller.
Step 3 | Propeller antifoulingA7 T.SPEEDShake well before and during use.
Apply a minimum of 2 coats. Approximately one full spray per propeller.
Leave to dry for the times indicated in the technical data sheet.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a coat to reinforce the adhesion between the epoxy primer and the metal.
Step 3 | PrimerEPOXYGARDApply a minimum of 3 coats of epoxy primer to protect the propeller.
Step 4 | Propeller antifoulingA7 T.SPEEDShake well before and during use.
Apply a minimum of 2 coats. Approximately one full spray per propeller.
Leave to dry for the times indicated in the technical data sheet. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerPAMix well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply a minimum of 2 coats of anti-corrosion primer.
Allow to dry for the time indicated on the technical data sheet.
This primer can be applied at temperatures close to 0°C.Step 3 | Propeller antifoulingA7 T.SPEEDShake well before and during use.
Apply a minimum of 2 coats. Approximately one full spray per propeller.
Leave to dry for the times indicated in the technical data sheet. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | ImpregnationIAMix well.
Apply a thin coat of “pore filler” impregnation for cast iron.Step 3 | Anti-corrosion primerPAMix well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply a minimum of 3-4 coats of anti-corrosion primer.
Allow to dry for the time indicated on the technical data sheet.
This primer can be applied at temperatures close to 0°C. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | PrimerPAMix well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply a minimum of 4 coats of anti-corrosion primer.
Allow to dry for the times indicated on the technical data sheet.
This primer can be applied at temperatures close to 0°C. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a coat of adhesion promoter to strengthen the bond between the epoxy primer and the metal.
Step 3 | PrimerHPEMix base and hardener well until a homogeneous product is obtained.
Apply 3-4 coats of primer.
Allow to dry for the times indicated on the technical data sheet. - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | UndercoatU2Mix the base and hardener well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply one coat.Step 3 | TopcoatL2Mix base and hardener well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply two coats.Step 4 Optional | VarnishVA2Mix base and hardener well to obtain a homogeneous product.
Apply two coats. - Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 2 | Adhesion promoterMETATHANEApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the primer.
- Step 1 | Preparation
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a coat to reinforce adhesion between epoxy primer and metal
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly - Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a thin coat to reinforce adhesion between epoxy primer and metal
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 3 | TopcoatL2Apply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 3 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 2 | Adhesion promoterMETATHANEApply one coat to reinforce the adhesion of the primer.
Step 5 | TopcoatSTARLACApply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard beads.
- Step 1 | PreparationSCOURING ACID
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Preferably sand with 36/40 or sandblast your boat.
For hard-to-reach areas, you can use SCOURING ACID.
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughly.Step 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a thin coat to reinforce the bond between the epoxy primer and the metal
Step 5 | TopcoatL2Apply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 5 | TopcoatSTARLACApply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P80
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 5 | TopcoatL2Apply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 5 | TopcoatSTARLACApply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
- Step 1 | PreparationSD
Wash the surface with water, then with SD Degreaser.
Remove old paint and roughen with P120
Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry thoroughlyStep 2 | Adhesion PromoterMETAPOXApply a thin coat to reinforce adhesion between epoxy primer and metal
Step 5 | TopcoatL2Apply two coats of topcoat.
Mix the anti-slip compounds into the topcoat according to the quantities given in the technical data sheet.Step 5 BIS | Anti-slipGRIP ADDITIVEChoose the intensity of the anti-slip by selecting medium or hard compounds.
