Smart Solution Antifouling Paint
Metal-free Smart Solution antifouling paint helps to keep our boating waters clean.
Engineered to be the most effective, environmentally-friendly antifouling paint available, metal-free Smart Solution Antifouling Paint helps to keep our boating waters clean. Unlike traditional copper-based antifouling paints, Smart Solution delivers equivalent performance using metal-free Econea—which does not accumulate in the environment.
As an ablative paint, Smart Solution wears away with use, which reduces paint build-up along with the need for sanding when the time comes to repaint. Controlled wearing is complemented by the coating’s reaction to saltwater, which creates a slick film that encapsulates the hull, providing enhanced speed and premium performance against growth. Not for sale in States where prohibited by law.
Key Features
- Metal-free formula is better for the environment
- Creates a slick film when launched
- Copper-free
- Compatible over existing antifoulants
- Reduces drag for increased speed
Physical Data
- Type: Metal-free ablative
- Finish: Semi-gloss
- Available Colors: Red, Bright Blue, Dark Blue, Black, Gray, White
- Components: 1
- Curing Mechanism: Solvent release
- Solids by Weight: 75% +/- 2%
- Solids by Volume: 63% +/- 2%
- Coverage: 288sq.ft/gal. @ 3.5mils. DFT
- VOC: 328g/l
- Active Ingredients: Econea 2.9%
- Flash Point: 105°F
Application
- Application Method: Brush, roller, airless or conventional spray
- Number of Coats Recommended: 3
- Wet Film Thickness/coat-Recreational boats: 4.5mil.
- Wet Film Thickness/coat-Commercial boats: 6.3-8mil.
- Dry Film Thickness/coat-Recreational boats: 3.5mil.
- Dry Film Thickness/coat-Commercial boats: 4-5mil.
- Application Temperature Min./Max. Range: 41°F-95°F
- Thinner: Sea Hawk 2033, 2035
Drying Times*
| Drying | 41°F | 73°F | 95°F |
|---|---|---|---|
| To touch | 4 hr. | 2 hr. | 1 hr. |
| To recoat (min.) | 12 hr. | 6 hr. | 4 hr. |
| To recoat (max.) | No max. | No max. | No max. |
| To launch (min.) | 16 hr. | 12 hr. | 12 hr. |
*The above dry times are minimums. May be recoated after the minimum time shown.
Get the right amount of paint:
The following recommendations are for two coats of paint. All values are approximate.
| Boat Type | Bottom Paint |
|---|---|
| 10' Dinghy | 1 qt. |
| 14' Outboard | 1-2 qt. |
| 18' Runabout | 2 qt. |
| 20' Sailboat | 3 qt. |
| 24' Runabout | 3-4 qt. |
| 30' Sailboat | 1.5 gal. |
| 32' Cruiser | 1.5-2 gal. |
| 36' Auxiliary | 2 gal. |
| 40' Cruiser | 2.5 gal. |
| 45' Sailboat | 3-3.5 gal |
| 50' Sportfisher | 4+ gal. |
Another way to determine bottom paint quantity is to estimate the approximate surface area of the hull below the waterline, using the following formula:
Length x Beam x .75 = Approximate underwater surface area in square feet.
Each paint has a “theoretical coverage” area, but most paints require at least two coats, so you can expect actual coverage to be no greater than half of the theoretical value.
More information
For detailed application instructions, see the Smart Solution Data Sheet. NOTE: Manufacturer data sheets are subject to revision. Linked data sheets are believed to be accurate at the time of publication.Not for sale in States where prohibited by law.
