How to apply Hempel's Antifoulings onto unknown AF

By keeping your coatings in good condition, you can protect your boat and maintain its appearance and value. This tutorial shows you how to apply Hempel's antifouling to your boat.

Video instructions

Watch the video tutorial and learn how to apply antifoulings on your boat

Follow our step by step instructions

on how to apply Hempel's Antifoulings products on your boat

Step 1

Ensure you wear suitable protective clothing, including mask and protective glasses.

Step 2

If you are not sure what antifouling you have on your boat, before applying new Antifouling on top of it, you should seal the surface with Hempel's underwater primer

Step 3

Mix the product well.

Step 4

Pour enough paint for the job into suitable container and make sure to remove excess paint from the roller.

Step 5

Apply Hempel's Underwater Primer on the surface that is in a good condition and free from contaminates.

Step 6

When the surface is dry/almost dry, apply the chosen antifouling. To choose the correct antifouling, check our Paint Manual.

Step 7

Open the can with care. Pour enough paint for the job into a suitable container and make sure to remove excess paint from the roller.

Step 8

Fast application is more important than a very smooth finish. Use a "crisscross" technique, apply from side to side and then from up to down on the same area.

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