This product has been discontinued Shop other Interlux Paint Products The information provided here has been reproduced courtesy of Interlux Paint Company. Wholesale Marine reproduced this information 2/08/2008. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Bottomkote is ideally suited for cruising and power boats that desire very good, dependable protection. Soft, eroding finish, enables easy cleaning and minimal paint film build up. * Traditional Antifouling Protection for Most Areas * Soft Eroding Bottom Paint for Cruising Boats It has a universal application over all types of properly prepared bottom paints and surfaces (except Aluminum). PRODUCT INFORMATION Colour Y49-Red, Y69-Blue, Y79B-Black Finish Matte Specific Gravity 1.842 Volume Solids 47% Typical Shelf Life 2 yrs VOC (As Supplied) 324 g/lt Unit Size 1 US Quart 1 US Gallon DRYING/OVERCOATING INFORMATION Drying 50F 73F 95F Touch Dry [ISO] 3hrs 2hrs 1hrs Immersion 16hrs 12hrs 8hrs Note:Maximum Immersion Times are as follows: 10-35C/50-95F - 48 hrs Overcoating Substrate Temperature 50F 73F 95F Overcoated By Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Bottomkote nbsp16hrs nbsp72hrs nbsp12hrs nbsp72hrs nbsp8hrs nbsp72hrs APPLICATION AND USE Preparation PREVIOUSLY PAINTED SURFACES: In Good Condition Remove loose paint by sanding with 80 grade (grit) paper, wipe with Special Thinner 216. In Poor Condition Remove antifouling paint in poor condition with Interstrip Semi-Paste 299E. BARE FIBERGLASS: Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush. Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry. Wipe a small area with a clean rag that has been wetted with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. While the surface is still wet, wipe with a clean, dry rag. Continue this process until the entire surface has been cleaned. Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Remove sanding residue. Wipe with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. BARE WOOD: Sand with 80 grade (grit) paper. Clean with Special Thinner 216. Apply first coat reduced 10% with Special Thinner 216. Fill seams, if necessary, with Seam Compound Brown 30. STEEL: Contact Interlux for further details Method At least 2 coats should be applied. Hints: Thinner Bare Wood - Special Thinner 216. Cleaner Bare Fiberglass - Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202. Bare Wood - Special Thinner 216. Painted Surfaces - Special Thinner 216. Airless Spray Pressure: 170-204 bar/2500-3000 psi. Tip Size: 0.53 mm/21 thou. Conventional Spray Pressure Pot: Pressure: 4.08-4.76 bar/60-70 psi (gun pressure); 10-15 psi (pot pressure). Tip Size: 1.8-2.2 mm/70-85 thou. Other Spraying of antifouling paints is prohibited in Canada. For application of Bottomkote to underwater metals such as stainless steel, cast iron, lead and bronze, see Interprotec bulletin. After painting, Bottomkote must be launched within 48 hours. Some Important Points Do not use above the waterline. Product temperature should be minimum 10C/50F and maximum 29C/85F. Ambient temperature should be minimum 10C/50F and maximum 35C/95F. Substrate temperature should be minimum 10C/50F and maximum 29C/85F. Compatibility/Substrates Apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces only. Surface must be in sound condition. Do not apply Bottomkote over aluminum. Do not apply Bottomkote over graphite antifoulings. Number of Coats 2 Bare Wood: 3 coats (first thinned) Coverage (Theoretical) - 350 (ft/Gal) by brush Recommended DFT 2.0 mils dry Recommended WFT 4.3 mils wet Application Methods Brush, Roller, Airless Spray, Conventional Spray (Pressure Pot) TRANSPORTATION,STORAGE AND SAFETY INFORMATION Storage TRANSPORTATION: Bottomkote should be kept in securely closed containers during transport and storage. STORAGE: Exposure to air and extremes of temperature should be avoided. For the full shelf life of Bottomkote to be realised ensure that between use the container is firmly closed and the temperature is between 5C/40F and 35C/95F. Keep out of direct sunlight. Safety DISPOSAL: Container Disposal: Triple Rinse (or equivalent). Then offer for recycling or reconditioning, or puncture and dispose of in a sanitary landfill or by other procedures approved by state or local authorities. Pesticide Disposal: Open dumping is prohibited. Pesticide, spray mixture or rinsate that cannot be used or chemically reprocessed should be disposed of according to procedures approved by Federal, state, or local disposal authorities. GENERAL: Read the label safety section for Health and Safety Information, also available from our Technical Help Line. Contains biocides. Antifoulings should only be wet sanded. Never dry sand or burn-off old antifoulings. Spraying of antifouling paints is prohibited in Canada. IMPORTANT NOTES The performance of any marine paint or coating depends on many factors outside the control of International Paint Inc., including surface preparation, proper application, and environmental conditions. Therefore, International Paint Inc. cannot guarantee this product's suitability for your particular purpose or application. IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR MERCHANTABILITY ARE EXCEEDED. International Paint Inc. SHALL NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. By purchase of this product, the buyer agrees that the sole exclusive remedy, if any, is limited to the refund of the purchase price or replacement of the product at International Paint Inc. option. Interlux, the Akzo Nobel logo and other products mentioned in this publication are trademarks of, or licensed to Akzo Nobel. #Application Information #DIY #Paint #Paint Application
