tools and equipment in ship painting
first off, what are you painting? hull, deck, bottom, every choice is different and each choice will cost different, from the cheapest being your bottom, then your hull, then deck, and what you need in amount and individual needs in the same tier, what kind of boat, and how big ?
As painted deliver upon a painted ocean, so idle in an idle area.... hence, it quite is a touch mushy situation... Being idle from time to time is clever for our being lively and powerful for lots of the circumstances...
Browse okorder /... Most of the stuff you can find local once you have a list of what you want. For example a spray gun, I can get one at a local Harbor Freight for $10 or go to a better place and get a high quality gun for less than $100. Just need to know what you want and looking for.
Devoe (I think) is the only one I can think of off hand. A good epoxy works well. I needle gun or three finger the old rust and paint off, then wire wheel it. Next a couple coats of different colored primer (so you don't miss any areas) and a few coats of epoxy with a roller or brush in tight areas. It should last at least six months, or maybe more, in heavy salt areas. Years on the lakes.
Knowledge of what paints to use is most important thing. Marine paint is generally very expensive. I've worked in shipyards building freighters and naval vessels. My personal boat is a antique woodie, and I have one more quart of bottom paint for her. I'd gladly pay the $300 a gallon to get more, but it's not made any more. I'll have to strip the hull to bare wood and start with another type as I've not been able to find a compatible paint. Stay with a good brand. Talk to people at a marina where they sell and can special order boat supplies. Get factory recommendations. The paint is expensive, but you're paying for their knowledge. If you have to redo a botched job, you'll find that will cost you more in the end. I've been doing my boat for 30 years now, and she'll be floating longer than me -- if I keep maintaining her right.
