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End of this month I'm going to DIY paint my hull; I decided to go for epoxy. I've found already some valuable info here and elsewhere (I know I have to strip off the blacking to bare metal). As I've a few (related) questions, I've organised it a bit, so you can refer to the numbering if you want!: 1. So, first of all, I was wondering what is known about the quality (&price) between different types and brands of epoxy. Some brands I found so far are Sigmacover 300, Jotamastic 87, Hempadur (45143/45141), Interzone 954. (Are there any other important ones to take into account?) 2. I'm further curious if anyone has advice about these particular treatments I found in the forum: a) coal tar epoxies ("for off shore splashzone use") b) epoxy over zinga (http://www.zinga-uk.com) c) vinyl blacking (Leighs Resistex M535) 3. I also have a few other related questions: a) Are all epoxy-paints self-priming? b) How many coats should (better) be applied? There seems to be consensus on 4..? c) What about the base plate, I suppose it should be simply included in the job, right? It seems some people don't... d) What's the best way to deal with rust? Scaling down to bare steel and painting over, or applying rust converter fist? e) Are metal putties advised or to be avoided? Thanks! ~ K
