Paint & Painting Supplies

  1. Epifanes Rubbed Effect Varnish

    $48.30 - $82.61
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  2. Propspeed Commercial Kit - PSCKIT

    $1,994.24
  3. Awlgrip Awlspar Classic Spar Varnish - M3131Q

    $72.17
    1
  4. Awlgrip Awlwood MA Satin Matt Finish

    $157.16 - $567.21
    1
  5. Propspeed Lightspeed Kit - LSKIT

    $41.18
  6. Awlgrip Standard Spray Reducer

    $53.80 - $146.23
    1
  7. Awlgrip Awlwood Brushing Reducer - T0201/1QTUS

    $81.11
    0
  8. Whitewater MEK Solvent/Cleaner - 540

    $25.78
    2
  9. Awlgrip Polyester Urethane Topcoat Base - Extreme Black - G2066Q

    $166.10
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  10. Alexseal Topcoat 501 Accelerator - A5035

    $55.75
    1
  11. Awlgrip Griptex Coarse Non-Skid Additive - 1 Quart - 73013Q

    $94.38
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  12. Epifanes Multi Marine Primer - White - MMPW.750

    $56.60
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  13. Alexseal Non Skid Coating

    $118.38
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  14. MAS Epoxies Bristol Finish UV Clear Urethane - BF-QC

    $107.03
    2
  15. ArroWorthy Pro-Line Mighty-Mini Foam Roller Covers (10-Pack) - 4-FMCK

    $18.24
    2
  16. 38% off

    ArroWorthy 5035 Tradesman White China Bristle Brush

    $8.28 - $19.48
    $8.28 - $12.78
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  17. Whitewater Toluol Solvent - 520

    $22.98
    2
  18. ArroWorthy 1550 Double-Thick Chip Brush

    $2.52 - $6.31
    1
  19. ArroWorthy Mohair Blend Roller Cover - 9PBM

    $7.58
    2
  20. BoatLIFE Release Sealant & Adhesive Remover

    $20.34 - $73.38
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  21. Alexseal Finish Primer 442 Accelerator - A4429

    $60.80
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  22. Epifanes Polyurethane 2-Part Clear Satin Yacht Coating - 750 mL - PUCS.750

    $106.46
    1
  23. ArroWorthy Pro-Line Mighty-Mini Foam Roller Kit - 4-FMS-K

    $14.95
    1
  24. ArroWorthy Tradesman Roller & Tray Set - 9SS

    $15.77
    0
  25. ArroWorthy Pro-Line Foam Roller Cover

    $6.18
    1
  26. Awlgrip Awlprep Surface Cleaner - T0008G

    $112.63
    0
  27. Awlgrip Awlwood Brush Cleaner - T0200/1QTUS

    $103.48
    0
  28. Propspeed Clear Coat - 320 mL - CC320

    $335.18
    1
  29. Awlgrip Awlbrite Clear Base - J3005Q

    $136.40
    1
  30. Seachoice Shield Premium Multi-Season Ablative Paint

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  31. 37% off

    WPT Bronze Wool Pads

    $11.88
    $7.37 - $11.88
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  32. Alexseal Protective Primer 161 - White - P1610

    $241.45
    0
  33. Klean-Strip Acetone Solvent

    $16.53
    0
  34. Epifanes High Density Moltopren Foam Roller Cover - RCM

    $7.64
    4
  35. Alexseal Flattening Additive

    $137.78 - $401.73
  36. BoatLIFE Life-Calk Solvent & Cleaner - 1056

    $41.20
  37. Awlgrip Standard Epoxy Spray Reducer

    $51.00 - $129.43
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  38. 43% off

    ArroWorthy Tradesman Polyester Paint Brush

    $6.44 - $15.09
    $4.25 - $14.61
    1
  39. Propspeed Application Kit - 4" - PSAP4KIT

    $18.63
  40. Alexseal Acrylic Topcoat X Converter Spray

    $101.97 - $263.04
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  41. Propspeed Etching Primer Base & Hardener - EPKIT

    $97.18
  42. 9% off

    Moeller Color Vision Engine Paint

    $20.58 - $24.59
    $18.57 - $24.59
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  43. Moeller Zinc Phosphate Spray Primer

    $24.83
    3
  44. MAS Epoxies Bristol Finish Thinner/Solvent - BF-THIN32

    $43.04
    0
  45. ArroWorthy 8505 Foam Brush

    $1.93
    4
  46. ArroWorthy Paint-Mate All Purpose Roller Cover

    $3.50 - $4.22
    1
  47. Awlgrip Awlbrite Clear Plus Converter - J3006P

    $111.18
    2
  48. Moeller Cold Galvanizing Primer Spray - 025800

    $22.72
    1

About Paint & Painting Supplies

Boat Paints

Paint for boats is formulated to perform in a myriad of environments and to adhere to vastly different materials. Sailboat paint encompasses hull and bottom paint as well as varnish for wood surfaces. Outboard boat owners most likely will need boat paint to touch up their motor while many powerboats feature nonskid boat paint on many surfaces for safety. Defender offers all types of boat paint.

There is a boat paint for every application ? make sure you use the right one!

Marine-grade paints are formulated specially to adhere to different materials and surfaces while withstanding moisture, UV exposure, and even submersion in water. Surface preparation is always a key in successfully applying boat paint but confirming the material that will be painted is the most important. Boat paint manufacturers have developed paints for boats that will cover aluminum, wood, and fiberglass, but these are three different boat coatings and are not interchangeable.

Read the directions, please.

Yes, there is an art to spraying boat paint. The more practice the better a painter will become but painting your own boat if you do not expect a professional job, is certainly something any boat owner can try. Prep work is key, but there is one other important factor in using boat paint. Read the can! Not every boat paint manufacturer mixes their paints, accelerators, and reducers in the same ratios so take the time to read the instructions and know what they mean. Before mixing, if there are any questions, contact the experts at Defender Marine for more insight.

Strip it down, then build it up

Removing old coatings is the best start for a satisfying paint project. Whether old varnish or bottom paint, taking the boat back to its original surface offers the best environment for proper boat paint adhesion. Stripped of paint, the boat may reveal the need for wood repair, fillers, or fairing compound to prepare and smooth the surface before painting. Defender Marine offers a full line of paint strippers as well as primers, sealers, and surface repair and preparation compounds. Safety equipment, caulk, tape, and all types of applicators are also available; thoroughly review your project and chosen boat paint to create an accurate list of materials before the boat painting project starts.