{"product_id":"interlux-paint-ultrakote-blue-gallon-ilx-y3669u1","title":"Interlux Paint ULTRAKOTE BLUE GALLON","description":"\u003ch2\u003eInterlux Ultra-Kote Hard Antifouling High Copper Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-cf52994d-7fff-fcaf-246a-e3ed482928aa\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor tough, long-lasting protection, Interlux Ultra Kote delivers a durable, hard finish that resists fouling in high-growth waters.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This high-performance Interlux Ultra bottom paint is made to withstand heavy use, making it ideal for powerboats and racing vessels that demand a smooth, efficient hull. Its advanced formula provides excellent adhesion and wear resistance, ensuring season-long antifouling protection. Ultra Kote offers reliable defense against barnacles and algae while maintaining a sleek, fuel-efficient surface. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in blue, black, green or red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtect your vessel with Interlux Ultra-Kote Bottom Paint, formulated to keep your hull free from fouling and optimized for performance. This hard, durable coating provides excellent protection against all types of marine growth, ensuring your boat maintains its speed and efficiency. Ideal for boats in high-fouling areas, Ultra-Kote offers a strong defense, keeping your underwater surfaces clean and smooth season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Interlux Ultra-Kote is a high performance antifouling paint that is perfect for areas that experience moderate to severe fouling. Designed to provide maximum performance, the high copper hard coating provides excellent long term protection from shell fouling, such as barnacles. Thanks to the fast drying formula Ultra-Koat allows you to paint and launch in the same day. Can be used on Fiberglass, wood, or properly primed still with the addition of color stability for a uniform look. Able to be used in fresh water, salt water, \u0026amp; brackish water.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: #ffffff; color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green Ultra-Kote (Part Number Y3559U1) is not available to ship to California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks on Fiberglass, wood, and steel boats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor use in Fresh water, Salt water, \u0026amp; Brackish water\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFast dry formula\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh Copper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong term protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePack Size: US Gallon\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinish: Matte\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecommended usage: All fouling waters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eColors Available: Red (Y3449U), Green (Y3559U), Blue (Y3669U), Black Y3779U\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrying time: Touch dry 1hrs; To launch 8hrs. @73° F\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNumber of Coats: 2 coats, 3 on bare wood (first coat thinned)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoverage: 506 ft²\/gal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVOC: 327 g\/lt\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow to Apply Interlux Ultra-Kote Hard Antifouling Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMixing: Stir or shake contents thoroughly before use\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThinner: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-brush-ease-433-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eBrush Ease 433\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThinning: Thin only if necessary. Thin no more than 10% (except conventional spray). Use Brush Ease 433 if roller or brush drags during application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCleaner: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-brush-ease-433-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eBrush Ease 433\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplicators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirless Sprayer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePressure: 170-204 bar\/2500-3000 psi\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTip Size: .53mm \/21 thou.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust be thinned 5-10% bu volume with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConventional Spray\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePressure Pot: Pressure : 3.44-4.47 bar\/50-65 psi (gun pressure); 10-15 psi (pot pressure)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTip Size: 1.83-2.2 mm\/70-85 thou.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThin 10-15\" with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e for application by Pressure Pot\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoller\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse a 3\/8\" nap solvent resistant roller\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove all traces of loose paint \u0026amp; contamination by sanding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand using an 80 grit wet-dry sandpaper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove sanding residue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePoor Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompletely remove all old antifouling paint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor Fiberglass \u0026amp; wood use \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-interstrip-semi-paste-paint-stripper\/%20\"\u003eInterstrip 299E\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor Steel sandblast to a near white metal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFiberglass must be properly prepared to prevent delamination\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove mold release wax using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-fiberglass-surface-prep\/\"\u003eFiberglass Surface Prep YMA601V\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-fiberglass-solvent-boat-wash\/\"\u003eFiberglass Solvent Wash 202\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFill any surface imperfections with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-watertite-2-part-epoxy-marine-filler\/%20\"\u003eInterlux Watertite\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOnce surface is properly prepared follow the application system below\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass - No Sanding System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean following the above preparation procedure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply one coat of Interprotect 2000E or Fiberglass No-Sand Primer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollowing overcoating guidelines for the primer, apply 2 coats of Ultra-Kote allowing appropriate drying times\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass - Sanding System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean following the above preparation procedure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand with 80 grade (grit) paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove sanding residue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply at least 2 coats of Ultra-Kote allowing for appropriate dry times\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass - Blister Prevention System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean following the above preparation procedure\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand with 80 grade (grit) paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove sanding residue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply Interprotect 2000E to a thickness of 10 mils\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply at least two coats of Ultra-Kote unthinned, allowing for the appropriate dry times\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSand with 80 grade (grit) paper\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemove sanding residue\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply the first coat of Ultra-Kote thinned 10% with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-brush-ease-433-marine-paint-thinner\/\"\u003eBrush-Ease 433\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf necessary, fill seams with Seam Compound Brown 30\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply 2 or more coats of Ultra-Kote unthinned, allowing for appropriate dry times\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnderwater Metals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo \u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e use on aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContact Interlux Technical Service Dept. 1-800-468-7589 for full information\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/Interlux_Ultra_Kote_Application.pdf\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" title=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" width=\"60\" height=\"60\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000ff; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eClick here to download Interlux Ultra-Kote Application Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWhat makes Ultra-Kote different from other Interlux bottom paints like Micron CSC or ACT?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltra-Kote is a hard, modified epoxy paint. It stays on the hull and doesn't wear away like an ablative. It contains 50–65% cuprous oxide, making it a high-copper option built for moderate to severe fouling conditions. Ablatives like Micron CSC are better suited for boats used frequently and hauled seasonally; Ultra-Kote is the stronger option for boats kept in warm, high-fouling water long-term, and carries a multi-season performance rating.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCan I apply Ultra-Kote over my existing bottom paint?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eYes, in most cases, as long as the existing paint is firmly adhered, in good condition, and not a soft ablative or graphite-based antifouling. You cannot apply Ultra-Kote over soft or ablative paints. When in doubt, consult the Interlux antifouling compatibility chart before overcoating.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eCan I use Ultra-Kote on an aluminum hull or aluminum outdrive?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eNo. Ultra-Kote must not be applied to aluminum hulls, outboards, or outdrives. The high copper content will cause galvanic corrosion on aluminum. Use a copper-free antifouling specifically formulated for aluminum in those situations.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eHow soon after painting can I launch?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAt 73°F, Ultra-Kote is touch dry in about 1 hour and ready to launch in 8 hours, so you can paint and launch the same day under normal conditions. Cooler temperatures extend those times. At 50°F, you'll need to wait about 12 hours before immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eDoes Ultra-Kote lose effectiveness if the boat is hauled for winter storage?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is an important distinction between hard and ablative paints. While Ultra-Kote carries a multi-season performance rating, hard paints like this can oxidize and lose some effectiveness when left out of the water for extended periods. Boaters who haul and store seasonally may be better served by an ablative. Ultra-Kote performs best on boats kept in the water for the long term.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWill the paint color stay consistent over time?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eUltra-Kote is formulated for excellent color stability, which is one of its advantages over some other high-copper paints. Some color fading at the waterline can still occur with extended immersion, but it won't affect antifouling performance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eDoes paint buildup become a problem over time with a hard paint like this?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt can, over multiple seasons. Unlike ablatives, Ultra-Kote doesn't wear away; it accumulates. After several recoats, you may need to sand or strip the hull before repainting. 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