Pettit Hydrocoat Blue Quart Water-Based Ablative Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint
Pettit Hydrocoat Blue Quart Water-Based Ablative Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint
Pettit Hydrocoat Blue is a water-based ablative antifouling paint designed to protect boat hulls from marine growth across multiple seasons. As the paint wears, its ablative formula sheds a thin layer of film, continuously exposing fresh biocide and reducing the need for hard sanding between applications. The water-based formulation allows for easy soap-and-water clean-up and produces minimal odor during application, making it a practical choice for boatyards and DIY owners working in enclosed spaces.
This paint is built to withstand the common stresses of seasonal boat use, including trailering, beaching, and launching, without prematurely losing its antifouling effectiveness. It also forms a slick, smooth film on the hull surface that helps maintain top hull speed rather than building up a rough, chalky residue over time. Hydrocoat Blue is supplied in liquid form in a quart size, with one quart sized to cover the area typical of multi-season protection needs. It is intended for application to underwater boat surfaces in outdoor marine environments.
Specifications
- Brand: Pettit
- Manufacturer Part Number: 1124008
- Product Name: Hydrocoat
- Color: Blue
- Finish Type: Ablative
- Item Form: Liquid
- Size: Quart (1 Count)
- Coverage: Area painted by a quart for multi-season protection
- Surface Recommendation: Underwater boat surfaces
- Indoor/Outdoor Usage: Outdoor
- Water Resistance Level: Water resistant
- Special Features: Eco friendly, low odor
- Package Dimensions: 4.25 x 4.25 x 4.88 inches
- Weight: 4.8 pounds
- UPC: 725469019744
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pettit Hydrocoat Blue used for? Pettit Hydrocoat Blue (part number 1124008) is a water-based ablative antifouling paint applied to underwater boat hull surfaces to prevent marine growth over multiple boating seasons.
Is Hydrocoat Blue water-based or solvent-based? Hydrocoat Blue is a water-based antifouling paint, which is why it produces minimal odor during application and cleans up with soap and water rather than solvents.
What color is this paint? This quart of Pettit Hydrocoat (part number 1124008) is blue.
How much area does one quart cover? One quart of Hydrocoat Blue is sized to cover the area needed for multi-season antifouling protection on a hull; exact coverage will vary with hull size and number of coats applied.
Can Hydrocoat Blue withstand trailering and beaching? Yes, Hydrocoat Blue is formulated to withstand trailering, beaching, and launching without losing its antifouling protection.
What does 'ablative' mean for this antifouling paint? An ablative paint like Hydrocoat Blue wears away gradually as the boat moves through the water, continuously exposing a fresh layer of antifouling protection and reducing the sanding needed before repainting.
How do I clean up after applying Hydrocoat Blue? Because Pettit Hydrocoat Blue is water-based, clean-up of brushes, rollers, and equipment can be done with soap and water instead of chemical solvents.
Does Hydrocoat Blue affect hull speed? Hydrocoat Blue creates a slick film on the hull surface that is designed to help maintain top hull speed as the paint wears.
What form does this product come in? Pettit Hydrocoat (part number 1124008) is supplied as a liquid paint in a quart-size container.
Is this paint suitable for indoor use? No, Hydrocoat Blue is intended for outdoor use on underwater boat hull surfaces in marine environments.
Does Hydrocoat Blue have a strong paint odor? No, one of the benefits of this water-based formula is a low odor during application compared to traditional solvent-based antifouling paints.