The Boston Whaler is suited to many types of marine conditions.
The Boston Whaler is used for a variety of boating purposes, from recreation to fishing. Its lightweight and sleek design make it fast and maneuverable on the water, and it's affordable and easy to store. Like any marine vessel, Boston Whalers require repainting now and then to ensure the integrity of their finish and keep them looking their best. Special considerations must be met in order to properly pre-treat and paint a Boston Whaler for effective results.
Instructions
1. Scrape the hull of the Boston Whaler with a paint scraper to remove any chipping paint or marine life that have accumulated on the surface of the hull.
2. Spray away any excess debris loosened with the paint scraper with a spray hose.
3. Put on a respirator with working seals and fresh filters.
4. Sand down the entire surface of the Boston Whaler with 150 grit sandpaper. Keep the sandpaper moist during sanding to avoid excess scratching of the boat's surface.
5. Spray off any excess grime loosened during the sanding process with a spray hose.
6. Clean the sanded surface of the Boston Whaler to be painted with acetone applied with a clean cloth.
7. Apply a coat of marine polyurethane paint to the Boston Whaler with a paint roller.
8. Smooth out any bubbles or irregularities in the marine polyurethane paint with a paintbrush while it is still wet. Allow the paint to dry fully according to the manufacturer's instructions before continuing.
9. Sand down the first coat of marine polyurethane paint with 150 grit sandpaper.
10. Wipe away any sanding dust with a clean cloth.
11. Apply a second coat of marine polyurethane paint with a paint roller and smooth the surface of the paint with a paintbrush. Let it dry.
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