Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Black GL Ablative Bottom Paint, EPA# 44891-20

The Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Black GL is an ablative antifouling bottom paint formulated to protect boat hulls from marine growth below the waterline. As an ablative coating, it wears away gradually with water movement, continuously exposing fresh antifouling biocide and reducing the paint buildup that can occur with hard bottom paints over repeated seasons. This makes it a common choice for boat owners who hunt in the water regularly or want a lower-maintenance recoating cycle compared to non-ablative formulas.

This listing is for the Black color option. The paint is registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under EPA# 44891-20, confirming it meets federal antifouling coating registration requirements. It is sold under Sea Hawk's Islands 44 TF product line, part number 1005TF/GL.

Specifications

• Brand: Sea Hawk
• Manufacturer Part Number: 1005TF/GL
• Product Line: Islands 44 TF
• Color: Black
• Category: Ablative Bottom Paint
• EPA Registration Number: 44891-20
• UPC: 811577015300
• Weight: 15.3 pounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of bottom paint is the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF? It is an ablative antifouling bottom paint, part number 1005TF/GL, meaning the coating wears away gradually with water movement to continuously expose fresh antifouling protection.

What color is this Sea Hawk bottom paint? This listing, part number 1005TF/GL, is the Black color option of the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF line.

Is Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF EPA registered? Yes, it carries EPA registration number 44891-20, which is required for antifouling paints sold in the United States.

How much does a container of Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF weigh? The Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Black, part number 1005TF/GL, weighs 15.3 pounds.

What is the difference between ablative and hard bottom paint? Ablative paints like the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF wear away with water flow, releasing fresh antifouling biocide over time, while hard bottom paints stay intact and require sanding between recoats.

What part number does this Sea Hawk bottom paint use? The manufacturer part number is 1005TF/GL, corresponding to the Black color of the Islands 44 TF line.

Is this paint intended for use below the waterline? Yes, the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF is categorized as an ablative bottom paint for hull antifouling protection below the waterline.

Does the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF come in other colors? This specific SKU, part number 1005TF/GL, is the Black variant; other colors in the Islands 44 TF line would carry different part numbers.

What UPC is associated with this Sea Hawk bottom paint? The UPC for the Sea Hawk Islands 44 TF Black, part number 1005TF/GL, is 811577015300.

Is Sea Hawk a recognized brand for antifouling paint? Yes, Sea Hawk manufactures the Islands 44 TF ablative bottom paint sold under part number 1005TF/GL, a category the brand markets specifically as ablative antifouling coatings.