Copper Coat

[Frank]

We have had the bottom of Hummingbird our Fantome stripped back to gel coat, now it’s stripped we are about to get it copper coated, however have got my doubts. Do I copper coat or go back on with gel shield and anti foul.

[Folly Reach]

You will need a boot top...it doesn't look attractive. Also be aware that each year it will need a slight abrade to keep its effectiveness ....

[Folly Reach]

I forgot to mention if you gelshield the first coat of antifoul needs to be applied within a prescribed period of time, from memory possibly 24 hours.

[Josh M]

Hi Frank
I run a boat yard on the east coast happy to talk you through the pro and cons of Coppercoat we normally apply it to between 30 to 35 boats a year our record being 38 in a single year.
if you look at our website www.syharbour.co.uk
there are several does and don'ts when applying it and looking after it
so i you need any advice just give me a ring at the harbour
Kind regards

josh