Pettit Paint Neptune HRT Water-Based Bottom Paint

Pettit Neptune HRT Water-Based Bottom Paint

Pettit Neptune HRT bottom paint uses the latest technology available to create a hybrid paint film strong enough to handle the tough marine environment without building up over time. Soap and water cleanup, along with no strong solvent smell, yields a user-friendly application. Neptune HRT antifouling paint does not require sanding between coats, saving time and money. With low VOC it's ideal for marinas under restrictions.

HRT: Hybrid Reactive Technology features high density biocide utilization to maximize effectiveness, along with film modifiers to reduce yearly build-up, maintain color consistency, and lower weight.

Sold in gallons

Economical hybrid protection

Smooth durable polishing finish

Apply over most antifouling paints

Simple soap and water clean up

Colors Available: 1243 Blue, 1643 Red, 1843 Black

• How Much Pettit Neptune HRT Do I Need for My Boat? Refer to the chart below to calculate how much Pettit Neptune HRT paint you will need for your boat.

Calculate the square footage of the hull to be painted - multiply the length of the hull by the beam then multiply that total by .85

Divide that number (your square foot total) by the amount of coverage Neptune HRT provides. (500 square foot per gallon). This will give you a one-coat total.

Example: If your boat has a length of 28', and a beam of 8.5', you will multiply 28 x 8.5 x .85 to get your total square footage. The total square footage for this boat is 202.3 square feet. A gallon of Neptune HRT antifouling paint has a coverage of 500 square feet per gallon for one coat, so one gallon will be enough for two coats.

How To Apply Pettit Neptune HRT

Pettit Neptune HRT is easily applied by brush, roller or spray. When rolling use only a high-quality short nap (maximum 3/16” nap) roller cover. Apply using thin coats; over-application of this product will virtually assure inadequate coating performance. For the smoothest possible finish: Thin the paint approximately 5-10% with clean fresh water. Wet the surface to be painted thoroughly with clean fresh water as well. This will provide a truer color and smoother finish. Slight variations in color and surface texture are not uncommon and should not be looked at with dismay. The surface will quickly smooth itself once in the water and any mottling of the color will diminish as well.

Pettit Neptune HRT contains cuprous oxide. As a result, there is a tendency for settling to occur, especially if the paint has been on the shelf for several months. It is necessary to thoroughly mix the paint before using.

Finish: Flat

Application Method: Brush, roller, airless or conventional spray

Maximum Roller Thickness: 3/16”

Number of Coats: 1 minimum per season with additional coat at waterline

Wet Film Thickness: 3.75 mils

Dry Film Thickness: 1.5 mils

Application Temp: 50° F. Min. / 90°F. Max.

Thinner: Water

Coverage: 500 ft2 /gal

Previously Painted Surfaces:

To paint old hard and ablative antifoulings, thoroughly wipe down the surface with 120 brushing Thinner, paying particular attention to waterline areas, then sand painted surface with 80 grit sandpaper.

Wipe clean of sanding residue with water and apply Pettit Neptune HRT.

Old tin or copper copolymers or Teflon based antifoulings should be sanded thoroughly with 80 grit sandpaper to remove the chalky outer surface, wiped clean of sanding residue, and then may be over coated directly with Pettit Neptune HRT.

Soft, sloughing antifoulings should be removed before applying Pettit Neptune HRT.

Bare Fiberglass:

All bare fiberglass, regardless of age, should be thoroughly cleaned with 92 Bio-Blue Hull Surface Prep or de-waxed several times with Pettit D-95 Dewaxer.

Sanding Method: Sand the hull thoroughly with 80-grit sandpaper to a dull, frosty finish and rewash the sanded surface with 120 Brushing Thinner to remove sanding residue. Then apply two or three thin c…