Painting GRP/Fibreglass?

[BocaChica]

Hi all,

I've tried a quick search for an answer but probably due to me not wording it properly.

Hopefully an easy answer for you folk.

The (old) paint on the inside (cabin-side) of my sliding hatch is peeling so i'll get all that off but the question I have is what paint is suitable to paint it again, its just rough GRP/fibre-glass. Does it need to be primed, or can it be painted on direct.

It doesn't have to be a Van Gogh job, just after smartening it up.

Thanks,

Gordon

 

[Seajet]

In theory I'm sure you're supposed to use undercoat, but for that application just painting on any marine paint like International should be fine.

 

[rob2]

There was an article in PBO suggesting that the new breed of water based acrylics such as Sadolin Superdec will paint stright onto any substrate on a boat, but not suited to external use. I haven't tried it yet as it requires better than 8 degrees ambient!

Rob.

 

[VicS]

International Danboline perhaps.
No priming required of the reverse side of GRP
Comonly used for the inside of lockers and bilges
Limited range of colours, but includes white

SEE HERE

 

[ksutton]

International Danboline is usually for bilges, under bunks etc. Is it not International Toplac he needs for this, that's the way I would go, really good finish.
http://www.yachtpaint.com/gbr/diy/products/search.aspx?BannerName=toplac

 

[BocaChica]

Thanks for the help

Leaning towards the 'danboline in white' route - was thinking of doing the inside lockers anyway.

Cheers again.

 

[fisherman]

I use flo coat on internal surfaces, or make up a mix of lay up polyester resin and gel coat resin + pigment (same thing).

 

[GrumpyOldGit]

I use Gelcoat ! cheap and nearly indestructible as long as the substrate is clean and dry with a reasonable key on the surface.

 

[Spuddy]

Since it's roughish grp finish, Danboline is what I'd use as well.