Paint & Painting Supplies

  1. Awlgrip Awlbrite Clear Base - J3005Q

    $137.37
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  2. Awlgrip Awlspar Varnish Brushing Reducer - T0016Q

    $54.18
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  3. Awlgrip Premium Tack Rags - 73009

    $14.15
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  4. Mirka Gold PSA File Roll

    $33.03 - $49.95
  5. BoatLIFE Life-Calk Solvent & Cleaner - 1056

    $41.49
  6. ArroWorthy Tradesman Roller & Tray Set - 9SS

    $15.54
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  7. Epifanes Polypropylene Non-Skid Beads - PPB.20

    $19.25
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  8. Propspeed Application Kit - 4" - PSAP4KIT

    $19.39
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  9. ArroWorthy Paint-Mate All Purpose Roller Cover

    $3.16
    2
  10. ArroWorthy Pro-Line Foam Roller Cover

    $6.31
    1
  11. Awlgrip Awlbrite Clear Brushing Activator/Reducer - A0031P

    $68.26
    1
  12. Awlgrip Awlbrite Clear Plus Converter - J3006P

    $111.97
    2
  13. Mirka Abranet Grip Sanding Board Sheets

    $75.31 - $190.95
  14. 3M Marine Synthetic Abrasive Pad

    $4.86
    0
  15. 52% off

    ArroWorthy Tradesman Polyester Paint Brush

    $6.27 - $15.19
    $5.77 - $12.02
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  16. Epifanes 2-Part Polyurethane Spray Thinner - 1000 mL - PUTS.1000

    $52.77
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  17. Epifanes Mini Roller Handles for Mini Roller Covers

    $8.65 - $9.21
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  18. Propspeed Commercial Kit - PSCKIT

    $2,311.63
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  19. ArroWorthy Microfiber Paint Roller Cover

    $7.51 - $9.11
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  20. Awlgrip Awlwood MA Spray Reducer - T0202/1QTUS

    $76.74
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  21. KiwiGrip Roller Brush - KG-102-04

    $16.39
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  22. ArroWorthy Mini Roller Kit (10-Pack) - AW GLK KIT

    $40.06
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  23. ArroWorthy Roller Frame - 7" - RF200-7

    $4.64
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  24. Propspeed Etching Primer Base & Hardener - EPKIT

    $103.51
  25. Seachoice Ultimate Defense High Copper Antifouling Paint

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  26. 19% off

    Moeller Sandable Spray Primer

    $22.88 - $23.41
    $18.84 - $22.88
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  27. Star Brite Detail Brush with Plastic Handle

    $7.69
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  28. Mirka Dry Guide Coat

    $64.03 - $69.67
  29. Mirka Abranet Ace HD Sanding Disks

    $52.75 - $174.03
  30. Mirka Galaxy Perforated Grip Sanding Roll

    $56.98 - $78.15
  31. 3M Marine Tack Cloth - 051144-03192

    $4.33
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  32. Alexseal R5070 Topcoat Reducer Fast

    $68.33 - $144.47
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  33. 56% off

    ArroWorthy 1500 Chip

    $2.16 - $4.57
    $1.99 - $2.60
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  34. ArroWorthy Roller Frame - 9" - RF200-9

    $4.88
    1
  35. ArroWorthy Mighty Mini Woven Roller Kit - 4-WLS-K

    $13.44
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  36. ArroWorthy Paint Mixer/Blender - M1011GAL

    $6.70
    2
  37. ArroWorthy Plastic Paint Roller Tray - 4" - 4RWT-P

    $4.11
    0
  38. ArroWorthy Silky Mohair Blend Roller Cover - 7PBM

    $6.94
    0
  39. Epifanes Rubbed Effect Water-Based Interior Varnish - AMV.1000

    $68.28
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  40. Propspeed Application Rollers (10-Pack) - 4" - PSAP4-10

    $19.61
  41. Seachoice Zirconium PSA "C" Weight Sheet Roll

    $69.69 - $99.30
  42. Seachoice Wet/Dry Silicon Carbide Paper (50-Pack)

    $71.08 - $76.72
  43. Megaware Grip Guard Safety Tape

    $25.92
  44. Alexseal Super Build 302 Accelerator - A4030

    $69.69
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  45. WPT Stainless Steel Wool Pads

    $5.52
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  46. Awlgrip Cold Cure Primer Accelerator - M3066P

    $48.52
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  47. Awlgrip Fast Evaporating Topcoat Spray Reducer

    $52.77 - $143.04
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  48. 9% off

    LifeSafe Soft Textured Vinyl Non-Skid Strips

    $16.11
    $14.56
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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.