First time Bottom painting our center console

mrsrobinson

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Mar 9, 2006
7,704
Virginia
Boat Info
2001 380DA
Engines
Caterpillar 3126
The Mrs and I just purchased a 16 foot center console. It's 10 years old, always trailered, always stored under cover.

Her bottom is spotless, looks like brand new.

We plan to keep her in a fresh water slip for the warm months and on the trailer for winter months.

What are the steps I need to take when painting a bottom for the very first time?

What's the trick to finding her waterline?

How much paint will I need for a 16 foot center console?

My assumption is we do not need the best of the best since she will be out of the water 6 months of the year, however the paint does need to be able to handle coming out of the water for extended periods.

Best brand/type for this application?

Thanks,
 

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