Before starting any painting project I suggest carefully measure the square footage of the surface to be painted and write it down on a piece of paper. Next, set it on fire while making a silent prayer to as many deities your belief system allows. Next, take out your credit card and open a running tab with your friendly paint provider.
I'm working outside with a tarp cover in 90F weather with Alexseal and SoftSand. I did a base coat and two seal coats in 8 hours using the thumbprint test. I'm in SE Georgia so getting multiple days in a row of no rain in the summer is nearly impossible. What I have completed so far turned out well. Alxeseal with the roll additive is amazing paint.
Andy, I used the same materials and found the med softsand to rough. I lightly sanded it with 400 after the first coat dried completely and applied 2 more coats. The finish was excellent. 2 years of abuse and it still looks great. Alexseal is a great product. I think I spent about a billion dollars on softsand. Try it on a sample the next time and you will find it's a different way to use the product with way better results. Thanks for your videos, I've been subscribed from the beginning.
Please come to Annapolis! I'm anchored in Newport Harbor right now, but am leaving the week before that show to head slowly south to Annapolis, where I'm working in the Maretron booth, and my wife at The Boat Galley booth. It would be great to meet you and shake your hand as my wife and I have both learned a lot from your videos.
I have no connection to Kiwi Grip but have hade it on my boat for ten years plus. Cleaned up with a pressure wash it looks like new. Very easy to apply and you can color match with acrylic color from a paint store.
If trying to do taped border areas of non skid, would you tape off and do non skid areas first and then remove tape and cover those areas along with the seal coats for the non skid?
Fantastic as always andy 👍 thank you 🙏 When measure for results, surely taking the amount waisted on the roller and paint tray should be included, as anyone using a roller and tray would also be using that amount as well as whats spread out on the surface there working on ? If that makes sense to you 😂 so you used say 1oz on the surface, but would be slightly more needed to mix up to account for wastage on roller etc.
This is not on topic but I respect your opinion. If an encapsulated lead keel has let go of it’s fiberglass covering can I drill holes in the bottom of the keel to remove any water. Dry it over several months. Then pour in from the bilge side after opening it, that penetrating epoxy to fill any small voids and to rebound the keel to the lead ballast?
I need some help bud! I bought and fully sanded my shetland 536 completely back to bare arse, and now I'm gel coating it white with a brush, am I okay to just gelcoat straight onto it or do I need a special undercoat or primer? Cheers
Why not use TotalBoats TotalTread for non skid? We removed the lower teak on our Grand Banks and went from deck, then Totalboat fairing compound then TB primer then two coats of TotalTread. Great results!
We also had to apply non skid while at our slip, we’re a liveaboard. TotalTread also says to recoat every couple of years, depending on wear. We’ll see. Thanks for the reply. Also, most of the liveaboards here in Bradenton/Sarasota, all know & watch your videos. 👍👍
Why are there no Total Boat nonskid and wet edge videos? I would really like to see it compared to the alexseal nonskid. We love our alexseal hull, but want a one part one step for the top decks.
I think it would've been nice if you would've done the square next to the one you did but do it with the lighter coat of sand that can leave an inconsistent pattern so people could see the difference if the camera could pick it up. Just think that would be a good teaching/information point.
I didn’t read your question, but that is something I think I would have troubles with simply because it must be very different than “regular” paint because it doesn’t flow?
Hay not a boller here ! But need help !!. How do I get in contact with you about Consulting with my 70 s glastron cv16 transom has a Longitudional crack on top of the mounting rail . Part of the problem are some hole I pached but was never able to finish. Now I need to know if it is fixable and possibly the best was to fix . I am will to pay for information. But please understand I an 2 years out of bladder cancer/ surgery .I am not working. And have limited income. I have posted a video of the damage on my page just my name .
Hi Andy, Perhaps this is cursing in the church (don’t know if this is am English saying as it is in Dutch) but I wonder if U-pol Raptor would be a good anti skid. First thing that seems easy to apply is spraying of course which gives a even layer. Second I guess it is to sharp on bare feet. Anyways thanks for another guide! Albert
I know Andy loves Soft Sand but I personally didnt care for its texture. I am a fan of the result from "Kiwi Grip". It is a different kind of product that is worth mentioning...
Lol soft sand I’m sure it’s a very good product. I’m using black beauty blasting grit it’s much more aggressive and it uses a ton of paint for even 1 Sq ft
Before starting any painting project I suggest carefully measure the square footage of the surface to be painted and write it down on a piece of paper. Next, set it on fire while making a silent prayer to as many deities your belief system allows. Next, take out your credit card and open a running tab with your friendly paint provider.
I'm working outside with a tarp cover in 90F weather with Alexseal and SoftSand. I did a base coat and two seal coats in 8 hours using the thumbprint test. I'm in SE Georgia so getting multiple days in a row of no rain in the summer is nearly impossible. What I have completed so far turned out well. Alxeseal with the roll additive is amazing paint.
Andy, I used the same materials and found the med softsand to rough. I lightly sanded it with 400 after the first coat dried completely and applied 2 more coats. The finish was excellent. 2 years of abuse and it still looks great. Alexseal is a great product. I think I spent about a billion dollars on softsand. Try it on a sample the next time and you will find it's a different way to use the product with way better results. Thanks for your videos, I've been subscribed from the beginning.
We are so excited for the boat show and to see you soon!!
Please come to Annapolis! I'm anchored in Newport Harbor right now, but am leaving the week before that show to head slowly south to Annapolis, where I'm working in the Maretron booth, and my wife at The Boat Galley booth. It would be great to meet you and shake your hand as my wife and I have both learned a lot from your videos.
I have no connection to Kiwi Grip but have hade it on my boat for ten years plus. Cleaned up with a pressure wash it looks like new. Very easy to apply and you can color match with acrylic color from a paint store.
I enjoy everyone of your videos BUT I really like these ones where you do the math and science for me
Love that you showed Parlay and David Shih!! Please go to Annapolis!
If trying to do taped border areas of non skid, would you tape off and do non skid areas first and then remove tape and cover those areas along with the seal coats for the non skid?
Fantastic as always andy 👍 thank you 🙏
When measure for results, surely taking the amount waisted on the roller and paint tray should be included, as anyone using a roller and tray would also be using that amount as well as whats spread out on the surface there working on ? If that makes sense to you 😂 so you used say 1oz on the surface, but would be slightly more needed to mix up to account for wastage on roller etc.
Great information. Thanks!
Hey I was surprised to hear you talked about by sven yervid ( sailed tje the smallest singlehanded sail around cape horn) or rand sailing
Is there a reason you don’t put the texture on with primer and use primer to lock it before you paint?
What about using gelcoat for non-skid?
This is not on topic but I respect your opinion. If an encapsulated lead keel has let go of it’s fiberglass covering can I drill holes in the bottom of the keel to remove any water. Dry it over several months. Then pour in from the bilge side after opening it, that penetrating epoxy to fill any small voids and to rebound the keel to the lead ballast?
Hi Andy, How can I get TotalBoat product here in Australia? 25:02
I need some help bud! I bought and fully sanded my shetland 536 completely back to bare arse, and now I'm gel coating it white with a brush, am I okay to just gelcoat straight onto it or do I need a special undercoat or primer? Cheers
Why not use TotalBoats TotalTread for non skid? We removed the lower teak on our Grand Banks and went from deck, then Totalboat fairing compound then TB primer then two coats of TotalTread. Great results!
The one part nonskid paints are also a great option, but there is a noticeable difference in durability between 1 and 2 part coatings :-)
We also had to apply non skid while at our slip, we’re a liveaboard. TotalTread also says to recoat every couple of years, depending on wear. We’ll see. Thanks for the reply. Also, most of the liveaboards here in Bradenton/Sarasota, all know & watch your videos. 👍👍
Why are there no Total Boat nonskid and wet edge videos? I would really like to see it compared to the alexseal nonskid. We love our alexseal hull, but want a one part one step for the top decks.
Do you suggest pulling tape between coats
Typically it's not necessary if you're able to stick with the 4 consecutive day application :-)
I think it would've been nice if you would've done the square next to the one you did but do it with the lighter coat of sand that can leave an inconsistent pattern so people could see the difference if the camera could pick it up. Just think that would be a good teaching/information point.
ps. Alex seal isn’t a problem (they have a distributor)
Is there a method/technique/way to (as reasonably and evenly as possible) spread paint/coatings/gel coat?🤔
Use a roller? Not sure what you mean :-/
I didn’t read your question, but that is something I think I would have troubles with simply because it must be very different than “regular” paint because it doesn’t flow?
@@boatworkstoday How about what is the best tool/device to ensure an even coat dependent on material used?
Hay not a boller here ! But need help !!. How do I get in contact with you about Consulting with my 70 s glastron cv16 transom has a Longitudional crack on top of the mounting rail . Part of the problem are some hole I pached but was never able to finish. Now I need to know if it is fixable and possibly the best was to fix . I am will to pay for information. But please understand I an 2 years out of bladder cancer/ surgery .I am not working. And have limited income. I have posted a video of the damage on my page just my name .
What color was the blue?
I believe it started out white .
Hi Andy, Perhaps this is cursing in the church (don’t know if this is am English saying as it is in Dutch) but I wonder if U-pol Raptor would be a good anti skid. First thing that seems easy to apply is spraying of course which gives a even layer. Second I guess it is to sharp on bare feet. Anyways thanks for another guide! Albert
I know Andy loves Soft Sand but I personally didnt care for its texture. I am a fan of the result from "Kiwi Grip". It is a different kind of product that is worth mentioning...
You: Winter is around the corner.
My Wife: Turn that guy off.
That's hilarious lol :-)!
LOL! My wife won't let me watch Andy's videos without her ;-).
Lol soft sand I’m sure it’s a very good product. I’m using black beauty blasting grit it’s much more aggressive and it uses a ton of paint for even 1 Sq ft