{"product_id":"pettit-paint-eco-hrt-black-gal-pet-1800g","title":"Pettit Paint Eco Hrt Black Gal","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ePettit ECO Hybrid Reactive Technology (HRT) Copper-Free Bottom Paint\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ePettit ECO HRT Copper-Free Antifouling Paint is engineered with the latest technology available to create a strong hybrid paint film able to handle the harshest marine environments without building up over time. Pettit HRT ECO’s smooth durable paint surface is designed to wear away over time thereby eliminating paint build up as well as the need for sanding. Pettit HRT ECO Copper-Free Bottom Paint is safe for use on any aluminum-hulled boat. This copper-free bottom paint provides excellent antifouling protection; hauling and relaunching won't reduce its effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is HRT? \u003c\/strong\u003eHybrid Reactive Technology utilizes high-density biocide to maximize effectiveness. That along with film modifiers to reduce yearly build-up, it can maintain color consistency and lower weight impact on the water vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is ECO?\u003c\/strong\u003e ECO means the paint uses Econea instead of copper. Econea is a copper free biocide that provides great protection at very low concentrations. Pettit HRT ECO contains 6% Econea which has been shown to be as effective as bottom paints made with roughly 50% copper\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSold in gallons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCopper free\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSafe for aluminum boats\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEconomical hybrid protection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmooth durable polishing finish\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible over most bottom paints\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSingle Season Antifouling Paint\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e6% Econea\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4.8% Zinc Omadine\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1200 Blue, 1300 Pontoon Gray, 1800 Black\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003eHow Much ECO HRT do I need for my boat?\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e1 Gallon Pettit ECO HRT Copper-Free Antifouling Paint covers 500 Sq Ft\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBoat Length X Width X .85 = Sq Ft per coat of paint (Example: 30ft boat 8.5 wide is 216.75 Sq Ft Per Coat)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMultiple Sq Ft by Number of Coats 2-3 for total number of Sq ft for the job.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWholesale Marine would recommend 1 Gallon for this Job. 2 Coats + Some Extra for Touch Up or waste.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr align=\"center\" size=\"2\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003ch2 style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply Pettit ECO HRT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003ePettit ECO HRT Copper-Free Antifouling Paint is easily applied by brush, roller, or spray. When rolling, use only a high-quality short nap roller cover. Apply using thin coats. ECO HRT has a tendency for settling to occur, especially if the paint has been on the shelf for several months. Thoroughly mix the paint before using. Before using, check the sides and bottom of the can to make sure all the pigment has been mixed in.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eggshell\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ft2\/gal\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brush, roller, airless or conventional spray\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Roller Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/16\"\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Coats:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 minimum per season with additional coat at waterline\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWet Film Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.7 mils\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDry Film Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5 mils\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50°F Min. \/ 90°F Max\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinner:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-120-brushing-thinner-quart\/\"\u003e120 Brushing Thinner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePreviously Painted Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePettit HRT ECO can be applied over most aged hard and ablative antifouling coatings.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOld tin copolymers must be removed completely or sealed with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-specialty-tie-coat-metal-primer\/\"\u003ePettit 6627 Tie-Coat Primer\u003c\/a\u003e before applying this product.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf the previous coating is in good condition, thoroughly sand with 80 grit sandpaper then solvent clean with Pettit 120 Thinner to remove residue.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply two thin coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIf the previous coating is soft or in poor condition, remove to the bare surface by sanding or using paint remover. Proceed with an appropriate bare system as described below.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Fiberglass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll bare fiberglass, regardless of age, should be thoroughly cleaned with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-bio-blue-marine-hull-surface-prep\/\"\u003e92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep\u003c\/a\u003e or de-waxed several times with Pettit D-95 Dewaxer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProceed with either sanding method, or one of the non-sanding methods below:\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSanding Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the surface has been de-waxed, sand thoroughly with 8 grit production paper to a dull, frosty finish and rewash the sanded surface with Pettit 120 Thinner to remove sanding residue. Then apply two thin coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Sanding Method (1): \u003c\/strong\u003ePrep the surface with 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep or wash the fiberglass three times using Pettit D95 Dewaxer. Then apply one thin coat of Pettit 6998 Skip- Sand Primer. Use a 3\/16” or less nap when applying by roller. Consult the primer label for complete application and antifouling top coating instructions. Apply two thin coats of Pettit HRT ECO .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-Sanding Method (2): \u003c\/strong\u003eThoroughly clean, de-wax and etch the surface with 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep using a coarse Scotch-Brite pad in a swirling motion. Thoroughly rinse all residue from the surface and let dry. Then apply one coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-protect-gray-high-build-epoxy-barrier-primer-coat\/\"\u003ePettit-Protect High Build Epoxy Primer\u003c\/a\u003e. Consult the primer label for complete application and antifouling top coating instructions. Apply two thin coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Wood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eBare wooden hulls should be sanded thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper and wiped clean of sanding residue.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply a coat of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-specialty-tie-coat-metal-primer\/\"\u003e6627 Tie-Coat Primer\u003c\/a\u003e thinned 25% with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-epoxy-marine-thinner\/\"\u003e97 Epoxy Thinner\u003c\/a\u003e directly to the bare wood. Allow 4 hours to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply two thinned coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Steel and Cast Iron\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean surface to remove grease and dirt; remove loose rust and scale from the metal surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eScrape, sandblast or wire brush to 2-3 mil profile. Immediately clean the surface using a vacuum or fresh air blast.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply two coats of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-rustlok-steel-anti-corrosive-marine-primer\/\"\u003ePettit 6980 Rustlok Primer\u003c\/a\u003e followed by two to three coats of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-protect-gray-high-build-epoxy-barrier-primer-coat\/\"\u003ePettit 4700\/4701 High Build Epoxy Primer.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFollow with two thin coats of Pettit HRT ECO.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel, Bronze, Lead, and Non-Aluminum Alloys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eSolvent clean then abrade to clean bright metal by sanding with 60-80 grit sandpaper, sandblasting or wire brushing.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply 2-3 coats of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-prop-coat-barnacle-barrier-aerosol\/\"\u003eProp Coat Barnacle Barrier 1792\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply 2 thin coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBare Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFor maximum corrosion resistance, sandblast to clean, bright metal and remove blasting residue with clean, dry air or brush.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply one to two coats of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-alumaprotect-epoxy-barrier-coat-primer\/%20\"\u003ePettit 4400\/4401 Aluma Protect Epoxy Primer\u003c\/a\u003e followed by two coats of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/pettit-protect-gray-high-build-epoxy-barrier-primer-coat\/\"\u003ePettit Protect High Build Epoxy Primer.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply two thin coats of ECO HRT.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003eThe above system utilizes Aluma Protect to form the most effective barrier over roughed aluminum. Aluma Protect provides maximum resistance to fresh or salt water, eliminating corrosion. Following with Pettit Protect creates an impenetrable shell making this a lifestyle system free of corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp style=\"background-color: white;\"\u003eAbove information sourced from Pettit's ECO HRT Bottom Paint Application Instructions\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/Pettit-ECO-HRT-Bottom-Paint-Application-Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"__mce_add_custom__\" title=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn3.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" width=\"53\" height=\"51\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick to Download Pettit ECO HRT Copper Free Antifouling Paint Application Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\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;\"\u003eIs Pettit ECO HRT safe for aluminum boats?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eYes. Pettit ECO HRT is a copper-free antifouling bottom paint that is safe for use on aluminum-hulled boats when the proper preparation and primer system is followed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWhat kind of protection does Pettit ECO HRT provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePettit ECO HRT provides single-season antifouling protection with a smooth, durable hybrid reactive paint film designed to handle harsh marine environments. Its polishing finish is intended to wear away over time to help reduce paint build-up and sanding.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eWhat is the active biocide in Pettit ECO HRT?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePettit ECO HRT uses Econea instead of copper as its primary biocide. The formula contains 6% Econea and 4.8% Zinc Omadine for copper-free antifouling protection.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eHow much Pettit ECO HRT coverage does one gallon provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003eOne gallon of Pettit ECO HRT provides approximately 500 square feet of coverage. Actual coverage can vary depending on boat size, surface condition, and the number of coats applied.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 5px; margin-bottom: 0; font-size: 12pt;\"\u003eHow many coats of Pettit ECO HRT should be applied?\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePettit recommends a minimum of one coat per season with an additional coat at the waterline. 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