Interlux Bilgekote Bilge Enamel Marine PaintInterlux Bilgekote is a fast drying, durable coating formulated for application to bilge areas. This paint helps prevent absorption of oil, gasoline or sludge into wood and fiberglass. Features a semi gloss finish and is available in white or gray.Features: Hard wearing coating for bilges and bulkheads.; Chemical resistance to fumes, fuel and oil.; High opacity for thorough coverage.; Cleans easily for reduced upkeep.; Sold in quarts; How to Apply Interlux Bilgekote Marine Paint Application Method: Brush, roller, or spray; Number of Coats: Two coats minimum; Coverage: 450 sq. ft./gal.; Thinner: Brushing Liquid 333 or Special Thinner 216; Dry Times 59F 73F 95F Touch Dry 3 hours 2 hours 1 hour Overcoated By (min) 16 hours 12 hours 8 hoursSurface Preparation Bare Fiberglass In Good Condition:; Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush.; Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry.; Degrease with YMA601V Fiberglass Surface Prep.; Sand with 180 grade paper. Remove sanding residue.; Bare Fiberglass In Poor Condition:; Clean as above.; Sand with 80 grade paper then remove sanding residue.; Apply 1-2 coats of Pre-Kote primer.; Sand each coat with 120 grit sandpaper then remove sanding residue.; Bare Wood; Sand surface then wipe clean.; Apply Pre-Kote, sand surface and wipe clean.; Bare Metal; Sandblast or grind, remove sanding residue.; Within 1 hour of abrasion, apply 1 coat of Interprotect 2000E thinned 15-20%.; Following the overcoating guidelines for Interprotect 2000E. Apply 1-2 coats of Pre-Kote.; Clear Epoxy; Begin by scrubbing well using soap and water and a stiff brush.; Rinse with fresh water and allow to dry.; Degrease with YMA601V Fiberglass Surface Prep.; Sand with 80 grit paper then remove sanding residue.; Apply one coat of Epoxy Primekote or Interprotect 2000E.; Previously Painted Surfaces; The surface must be clean and dry.; Sand using 180-220 grit paper, then remove sanding residue.; Application Apply 2-3 coats of Bilgekote following the proper dry times.; Sand between coats using 220-230 grit paper, then remove sanding residue.; Bilgekote may be applied by roller and brush using the roll and tip method.; Bilgekote may also be applied by spray.; Click to Download Interlux Bilgekote Application Instructions