Anti-slip Paint

[SundancerDan]

Hi, My anti-slip is pretty worn out and getting slippery, I want to add more grip to it without having to repaint the whole hull to match the color. Has anyone ever used a clear anti-slip paint? If not what options do I have? Thanks in advance

 

[JimG]

Not sure what you are refering to... bottom paint or anti-skid on the deck (walking surfaces)?

 

[Lazy Daze]

There's lots of options out there from spraying new gelcoat to painting. Painting can done with one part paints and two part paints with the 2-part ones being longer lasting.

I've used Pettit EZPoxy a number of times (1-part) and have been really happy with it. I think it's probably about the best you can get without stepping up to the 2-part stuff. I've used different additives over the years, but most recently have been using "Soft Sand" and I REALLY like that stuff. DO NOT use regular sand - regardless of what someone on a forum somewhere might say.

As far color... the easiest solution is to use a contrasting color. Possibly a light tan or light grey. I have never heard of "clear" - you would see the non-skid additive. Mask off the area that is currently NOT non-skid and paint only the non-skid area.