Antifoul compatability

[lanason]

Having read a number of articles on anti fouling, one comment always appears "make sure the new stuff is compatible with the old"

So how does one do that then ??? I haven't got a clue what make was used before on my boat so cant ask anyone. Do I have to buy a tin (at mega cost) paint a little bit and see what happens ..... the symptoms of incompatibility are what ?? blisters, flaking, or could it be more subtle than that - does the reaction take place when in the water.?

guess the best idea is to buy some, paint it and forget it till next year.

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[DepSol]

International UNO

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<A target="_blank" HREF=http://www.soltron.co.uk>the website</A>

 

[pheran]

If you really can't find out what is on there already, then the safest way forward is to apply a barrier coat before you apply the new antifouling. Most A/F maufacturers also market a suitable product. Or, if you're a tight wad like me, apply a coat of metalic pink primer instead. Compatible with all commonly used A/Fs and a fraction of the price of the proprietary barrier coats.

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[KevB]

International Ultra for fast boats. Just done mine and I'm sure it said for use covering "most" antifouls.

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