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Blue Hulls
"A new boat delivered freshly awlgripped would make me wonder why... "
- no need to wonder, here is a quote from the Hatteras Yachts webpage (http://www.hatterasyachts.com/paint.cfm):
"All exterior fiberglass surfaces above the water line are painted. First, we sand the entire exterior, then apply two coats of primer, re-sand the surface again, and finish by applying three coats of polyurethane paint. This process has several advantages:
Produces a high sheen finish
Provides UV resistance
Requires less exterior maintenance
Retains luster without continuous re-waxing
In the event of any damage to the boat, this finish is also easier to repair. Unlike a porous gel coat that may yellow or oxidize over time, this finish retains its color and is much easier to match."
Apparently this builder of high-end, quality yachts has been painting their boats, even the white ones, for some 20 years...
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