Paint Options

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After 3 months...weekends that is my 20FT 77 Seafari is almost ready for paint. I did numerous searches on this site, but didn't really get the answer I need.

The owner of the boat before me half %@&#$ a paint job. I've since sanded down to the original gel coat and against the wishes of some, I filled in the bilge vents because I have an outboard and I just think it looks cleaner. So I'll be ready for paint by the end of the month and need some recommendations.

I have the tools and experience with a spray gun and would like to use this method but given peoples results with the "roll and tip method" I may opt for that if the results were very similar. Here's the thing, I have a shed I can pull my boat into and convert to a paint booth, but if I can get the same results without that hassle I'm game. I'm also considering the horror stories I've read about the health hazards of spraying a good two-part polyurethane. I want nice finish and don't mind the work, but also want to live to see it.

If I truly can get a great finish using the roll and tip method, please let me know what brand and type of paint you would recommend. Please any help will be greatly appreciated.