BoatyMCboatface

Any single pack alkyd will do. I got mine fresh from the factory at HMG in Manchester, I used the coach enamel last year but its pricey so years before that I ordered the Speedline coating, not quite as mirror shiny but I also paint plant equipment with it no problem, so it's more than tough enough for the rigors of a canal. They make the coatings for a few brands including one that sells it exclusively as paint for narrowboats. If you give them a call they will give lots of good advice on choosing a top coat. It's important to check that your top coat will not react with the undercoat so either find out what it is you are painting over or strip it back as much as possible, realy you should do this anyway. It's highly unlikely you are going to come across an odd primer like cellulose or lacquer primer so If it can't be removed with a big tin of elbow grease then it's probably okay to paint over. Remember the prime purpose of the coating is to protect the steel from oxidization. Alkyd is very forgiving some more than others, Speedline is one thats forgiving but not the only one. Poor prep is the main cause of almost all failed coatings so get sanding and have fun!

well... looks like I have been put in my place then. I do hope that who ever owns this boat gets their life sorted out or well again or whatever has led to this situation. Maybe that is why I posted the pictures, to share this boaters plight and garner some support. Its hardly an excuse to dump waste on the towpath or move the boat from said waste to a place where the pins cannot be positioned safely. This pound even has a local tip right next to the towpath. It would take some bow hauling or a tow off of another boat to get it there. Perhaps this boater is incapable of asking for help? It would be nice for the forums troll spotters if I was in a position to clear up the 100's of pounds of waste but but alas that is beyond my capacity.

Thanks, I have used the forum before but this is my first post (Well really this one is my second) Ah yes thats the ghost of somone on the towpath who prefered to remain anonymous.

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