DIY paint video - EMC quantum topcoat

[shine]

A new DIY video for rolling EMC. We have a big sale right now on selected colors. PM me if interested.

For a fraction of the cost of a professional paint job, you can have your boat looking better than new with an extremely durable topcoat.

https://youtu.be/IET_lqvi594

[jorgeinmiami]

Can it really be that easy?

I hope so

[shine]

Originally Posted by jorgeinmiami

Can it really be that easy?

I hope so

well, that's exactly how I have done it and it came out very nice, most of the time is prep work.

[cdavisdb]

Very curious.

Does this stuff lay out very very flat? My experience with rolled finishes is that they tend to have very small dimples, not totally flat like a spray finish.

How hard is this paint? Comparable to Awlgrip?

[shine]

here is the data sheet. Its extremely tough paint. Originally formulated for a commercial jet manufacturer, now its being marketed to marine applications. Unlike regular awlgrip, the EMC can be repaired.

http://emcllc.net/wp-content/uploads...TUM-99-TDS.pdf

Does this stuff lay out very very flat? My experience with rolled finishes is that they tend to have very small dimples, not totally flat like a spray finish.

It lays out very flat with a roller, but yes its easier to get a perfect layout with spray. The paint cuts and buffs out, so you can polish it until its as smooth as you want.

[cdavisdb]

Thanks. My topsides needs a loong delayed paint job. This I could do myself, if I can get up the gumption to do all the prep right.

[shine]

Originally Posted by cdavisdb

Thanks. My topsides needs a loong delayed paint job. This I could do myself, if I can get up the gumption to do all the prep right.

A wipe down, a light sanding, then another wipe down. A few hours of work, maybe less.

[Briguy]

Are bubbles in the paint common? Is sanding required between coats?
Is it recommended to wet sand/compound/buff or wax the final coat?

[gofastsandman]

Originally Posted by Briguy

Are bubbles in the paint common? Is sanding required between coats?
Is it recommended to wet sand/compound/buff or wax the final coat?

Well, well ,well did Woody`s burn to the ground?

[shine]

Originally Posted by Briguy

Are bubbles in the paint common? Is sanding required between coats?
Is it recommended to wet sand/compound/buff or wax the final coat?

There should be no bubbles in the pain, any bubbles from a roller will pop as the paint lays out. I have never had bubbles.

Sanding is only required if you let the first coat cure. Its a very good idea to do all your coats in one say - no sanding and its bonding better.

If you are not happy with the level of gloss of if you get some trash in the paint, then you can sand/buff it out. The paint is easier to sand/buff withint e first couple days of application.

Just an FYI, there is a nice feature article in Boating Magazine this month on the EMC paint - they refinish the sides of an older boat.