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This has the main effect. The fairing consists simply in cleaning the fairing respecting three stages :
- Crane : the boat is lifted out of the water with the help of a crane
- Cleaning : the fairing is cleaned thanks to a high pressure gun
- the scratch : the shells and molluscs that are still attached are removed with the help of a scraper.
Once the fairing is done, it is now possible to apply antifouling paint to the entire submerged part of the hull, but things cannot be done in reverse.
How to choose the right antifouling for your boat?
If there are several kinds of antifouling, such as self-cleaning antifouling, hard matrix antifouling and even recently, antifouling without biocide, your choice should be made taking into account four parameters :
- the type of boat: if it is for example a fast boat, or a slow boat
- The use of the boat: if they are kept in the port all year round or if they are put into winter storage
- The frequency of use: occasional or frequent
- The environment in which it evolves: warm waters, cold waters, tides, currents, sweet water, saltwater, aggressive areas...
Being the navigation area the most important condition, it is preferable to go to a local BENETEAU boat dealer like us to benefit from the best advice.
Finally, these different parameters, also influence the durability of the antifouling. This is why it is difficult to precisely define a fixed time frame for redoing the antifouling of a boat.. It is therefore advised, check your status at the beginning of each sailing season.
Some tricks in the application of antifouling
Regarding BENETEAU boats, the most regularly chosen option, is the application of a antifouling erosionable that disappears over time.
the best cunning, consists of applying several layers of erodible antifouling, but different colors. Apply for example, a gray primary layer, then two layers of black and finish with a layer of red. The layers will then serve as testimony, and when the primary antifouling will reappear, Vd. you'll know it's time to redo.
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An EPOXY primer is applied over the gelcoat and on top, a second layer of antifouling is added.
Vd. will have understood, a good antifouling is essential to keep your boat in good condition, and protect your passengers safely. If you want to know more about antifouling, we will be happy to answer all your questions, contact us now at the following link CONTACT!!
