When painting a boat's deck , it's essential to choose specific products that resist wear, UV rays, salt, and weather. The deck is one of the most exposed areas, so it requires highly resistant and non-slip paints and enamels , if necessary.
🎨 Types of Deck Paints and Enamels :
1. Two-component polyurethane enamels
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Very high mechanical and chemical resistance
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Glossy or satin finish
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Application on epoxy primer
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Ideal for flat and smooth surfaces
2. Anti-Slip Paints
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With integrated or mixed granules (microspheres, quartz powder)
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Solid base + resin + rough additive
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Application on passage areas, cockpits, ladders
3. Single-component enamels
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Easy to apply and touch up
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Lower resistance than two-component ones
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Suitable for areas with little traffic
4. Deck Gelcoat (in case of fiberglass)
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Used to restore or redo the original surface
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More technical application, often followed by sanding and polishing
🧰 Application Tips:
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Sand and clean thoroughly (use anti-silicone solvents)
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Apply on a suitable primer (epoxy or compatible single-component)
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Respect overpainting times
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Apply with roller or brush , possibly spray
