{"product_id":"interlux-paint-fbglas-btmkote-aqua-blk-gal-ilx-yba579g","title":"Interlux Paint Fbglas Btmkote Aqua Blk Gal","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInterlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-0dceaf65-7fff-a24f-395c-f6aa4c5f432b\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor a tough, eco-friendly antifouling solution, you can't beat Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e – it delivers excellent protection with a smooth, durable finish\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This water-based formula resists barnacles and algae while providing fast-drying, low-odor application – perfect for DIY boaters. It's easy to clean up with soap and water and adheres well to fiberglass hulls, ensuring long-lasting performance in both saltwater and freshwater. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterlux Fiberglass Bottomkote\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has a hard, fast-drying finish that minimizes paint buildup, making future maintenance a breeze. Available in blue or black, it's an ideal choice for boaters looking for reliable antifouling without the harsh solvents. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolid protection against all types of fouling, including zebra muscles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eColorfast durable finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReduced emissions, low odor\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEasy clean up with soap and water\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThinner film, less paint build-up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eOnly thin if necessary, and if so, do not thin more than 10% by volume. Thin with water.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Products\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-fiberglass-solvent-boat-wash\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-To clean bare fiberglass prior to application.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-fiberglass-surface-prep\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-Water Base cleaner for bare fiberglass. \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-watertite-2-part-epoxy-marine-filler\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux Watertite YAV135\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-Epoxy Filler for filling and fairing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***WILL SHIP GROUND ONLY TO THE CONTIGUOUS 48 STATES ONLY***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #c0c0c0;\"\u003e ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab_description\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"tab_label\"\u003eHow To Apply\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"tab_content\"\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPLICATION DATA METHOD\u003c\/strong\u003e: Brush, Conventional Spray, Roller\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e NUMBER OF COATS: \u003c\/strong\u003e2-3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e DRY FILM THICKNESS PER COAT: \u003c\/strong\u003e2 mils (5.4 wet mils)\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOVERAGE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 sq. ft\/gal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e APPLICATION TEMP:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40°F Min. \/ 95°F Max.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHINNER: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDRY TIMES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/caption\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTemp\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTo Touch\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTo Recoat\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eTo Launch\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e95°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e1\/2 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e6 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e73°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e4 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e6 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e59°F\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e5 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e8 HR\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES: \u003c\/strong\u003eIn Good Condition Remove old flaking paint. Wet sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. In Poor Condition Remove antifouling paint in poor condition with Interstrip 299E.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BARE FIBERGLASS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scrub the surface thoroughly with soap and water using a stiff brush. Apply Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601V with a 3\/8\"\" nap roller on surface to be de-waxed, work in 10x10 foot areas. Ensure YMA601V is removed before drying. Scrub Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601V using a 3M Doodlebug™ and a brown Scotch-Brite® pad. Once all areas have been thoroughly scrubbed, use wet rags or spray down with high pressure rinse to remove all traces of Fiberglass Surface Prep YMA601V. Change rags frequently. Wipe down with clean cloths. Repeat the cleaning process until water no longer beads. Surface must be clean and dry prior to application of Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e BARE FIBERGLASS - NO SAND: \u003c\/strong\u003ePrepare surface as described above. Apply the Fiberglass Bottomkote®  Aqua within 4 hours of cleaning. If this time is exceeded, rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. If exceeding 2 months between de-waxing and painting, repeat cleaning prior to application of Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBARE WOOD: \u003c\/strong\u003eClean with Special Thinner 216. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Clean with Special Thinner 216. Repair any defects with Watertite Epoxy Filler. Lightly sand and wipe clean. Surface must be free from all contamination. Fill seams, if necessary, with Seam Compound Brown 30. Apply first coat of Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua thinned with clean water (do not add more than 10% by volume).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUNDERWATER METALS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAll substrates must be primed, clean and dry. All preparation for bare substrates is covered on the appropriate primer labels. Contact Interlux® for further details.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT ON ALUMINUM HULLS AND OUTDRIVES.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPLICATION INFORMATION: \u003c\/strong\u003eDo not apply thin coats. If during application the brush pulls or the roller drags, add small increments of water to improve handling (do not add more than 10% by volume). Apply 2 coats for full protection. BARE WOOD: Apply 3 coats of Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua. Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua can be applied to most popular antifouling paints as long as the old coating has been aged, is tightly adhered and is in sound condition. Do not apply Fiberglass Bottomkote® Aqua over soft or tin-based copolymer antifoulings. Do not use on aluminum.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/Fiberglass_Bottomkote_Aqua_Technical_Data.pdf\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #3366ff;\"\u003e \u003cimg class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" title=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn10.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" width=\"50\" height=\"48\"\u003eClick here to download Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua Data Sheet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWhat kind of protection does Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eInterlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua is a water-based antifouling bottom paint designed to provide durable protection against marine growth, including barnacles, algae, and zebra mussels. Its hard, fast-drying finish helps reduce paint build-up and supports easier future maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eIs Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua easy to apply and clean up?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eYes. Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua is formulated for easy application by brush, roller, or conventional spray, and cleanup can be done with soap and water. It is also low odor and water based, making it a good option for DIY applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eHow many coats of Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua should be applied?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eInterlux recommends applying 2 to 3 coats depending on the surface and application. For full protection, 2 coats are generally recommended, while bare wood applications call for 3 coats.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eHow quickly can Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua be launched after application?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eMinimum launch time depends on temperature. At 95°F and 73°F, the minimum launch time is 6 hours. At 59°F, the minimum launch time is 8 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCan Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua be used on aluminum hulls or outdrives?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eNo. Interlux Fiberglass Bottomkote Aqua should not be used on aluminum hulls or outdrives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c!-- snippet location product_description --\u003e \u003cp\u003e California Residents: \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/stencil\/4c731d90-821b-013f-159c-7692448c53ea\/e\/5184b8b0-7ec1-013f-1cb3-16eaae88d95a\/img\/warning.png\" alt=\"warning sign\" class=\"warningImg\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e WARNING \u003c\/strong\u003e Cancer and Reproductive Harm - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" class=\"productWarning\"\u003eP65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Interlux Paint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67605394293051,"sku":"ILX-YBA579G","price":268.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/4271\/8779\/files\/426746_source_1751913247.jpg?v=1790707344","url":"https:\/\/clinchriverfishingusa.com\/products\/interlux-paint-fbglas-btmkote-aqua-blk-gal-ilx-yba579g","provider":"Clinch River Fishing USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}