Epifanes Yacht Enamel Topside Paint

Epifanes Yacht Enamel is a one-part, alkyd-based, traditional marine finish. The mirror-like gloss, color retention, and intensity of this enamel surpass the traditional topside paints. Its longevity, surface hardness and flexibility prove it is the ultimate finish for wood, fiberglass, steel, and aluminum.

The color selection is as large a variety as the imagination, with 47 different colors to choose from. Epifanes yacht paints provide long-lasting durability and easy application via brush, roll, or spray. Compatible with Epifanes Multi Marine Primer and suitable for use above the waterline.

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Technical Specifications

Container Size: All colors 750 ml. White also available in 2000 ml. and 4000 ml.
Gloss: Ultra high gloss
Density: 0.95 - 1.30 kg./liter (dependent on color)
Solids Content : 50 - 55 +/- 2 vol. % (dependent on color)
Drying time: at 65F / 65% RH: Tack free - 3 hours / Tape free - 24 hours Dry - 24 hours / Recoatable - 24 hours
Recommended Film Thickness: Per coat wet - 60-70 micron / Per coat dry - 30 - 35 micron

Temperature should be between 50 degrees F and 85 Degrees F with the air humidity below 85 percent. Avoid painting in too much wind or sun. A rapid loss of solvents will occur under these conditions and will decrease the flowing ability. Add thinner up to the specified percentage to compensate for the faster release of solvents. Epifanes Yacht Enamel is compatible with most other types of one-component alkyd or urethane paints and over two-component paints.

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Winston-Salem, NC

4 out of 5 stars.

Excellent choice.

15 years ago

The color selection is a little difficult as the color ""chips"" are a bit small. However, it turned out to be an excellent color choice.

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Chicago

5 out of 5 stars.

Better than expected

15 years ago

[...] I used this product to paint 121ea 4"" by 4"" balustrades. the product preformed very well, gave a great very smooth hard solid coating that looks as though will last for many years. The product tended to sag some on vertical surfaces but I had not found any other paint to give me the hard surface for which I was looking. This product has actually inspired me to take pictures of my work, which I rarely do.

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Boise, Idaho

5 out of 5 stars.

Fantastic stuff

15 years ago

I built a wooden drift boat nearly 10 years ago and applied two coats of Epifanes one part yacht enamel at the time. Just tonight I finished 'restoring' my boat and reapplying two coats of Epifanes paint I had left over from 10 years ago. Yes 10 years ago. I cracked the can and began to stir. Sure I had some pigment on the bottom of the can but when I finished stirring I was amazed that it flowed like new. I utilized an HVLP sprayer, thinned the material appropriately and began to spray. Results...No sags, no orange peel. Mind you....I needed to refinish my interior varnished surfaces but I didn't 'need' to repaint the exterior epifanes from 10 years ago. The Epifanes has held up exceptionally in pretty challenging application of western river float trips with plenty of thermal cycling, and banging against tree limbs and the like. All this and only a sight fade in gloss. And can you believe this is on the exterior of the boat and below the waterline? I am not a paint/epoxy/varnish 'expert' but have applied alot of it. Bottom line...Epifanes is impressive stuff. I am looking forward to another 10+ years of floating down the river and hearing from the bank 'absolutely beautiful boat'.

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Schenectady, NY

5 out of 5 stars.

High Quality Paint is Worth the Price

16 years ago

A high quality paint is always great to use. Spread with High Quality Brush or Foam Roller and you will not be disapointed. I cleaned up with Acetone.

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Q: Can you purchase this product in a pint can?.

6 months ago

2 Answers

A: yes

6 months ago

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Q: I have a fiberglass bathtub and shower I would like to paint it, can I use Eplfanes Yacht enamel and do I need a primer

2 years ago

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A: Yes you can. Make sure to sand the tub first and then prime and paint it. Epifanes is great stuff.

2 years ago

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Q: Hello, This question may seem like an odd one. I refinish furniture and have been hoping to find a product for a high lacquer finish that is sealed and may not need a separate primer. I have looked everywhere and researched this. I am struggling to find a lacquer with built in color that I can use in a paint sprayer. I would use it on a sanded, clean wood surface. Is there any reason that I should not consider using this product for the high gloss, sealed finish I'm searching for? Would a separate primer be needed? Would appreciate your thoughts.

2 years ago

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A: ##- Please type your reply above this line -## Hello Reply-To-Answer, We'd love to hear what you think of our customer service. Please take a moment to answer one simple question by clicking either link below: How would you rate the support you received? You can copy the following URL into your browser to rate: https://support.jamestowndistributors.com/requests/211257/satisfaction/new/2WoVB7uD4KywHoVOKLqgdqKiX?locale=1 Here's a reminder of what this request was about: It is sprayable, and commonly used on wood. However it's not possible to get a high gloss finish without first sealing the wood. You could heavily thin the first coat or two of paint and use it like a primer, but primer generally does a better job of filling and is easier to sand to a smooth surface which gives you the best gloss.

2 years ago

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Q: I recently took delivery of a wooden/dacron canoe that has been beautifully repainted. The color ""dark green"" was chosen verbally (without the benefit of looking at a color chart...lesson learned) based on other canoes this builder/restorer has historically done. Alas, there was some damage to the finished paint work that I would like to remedy. I asked the restorer for the Epifanes paint number so I could order the correct color and was told ""Dark Green"" #72. Looking at the color chart, the #72 appears MUCH darker than the color of my boat. If I were to guess, I would say the color is #62 jade green or #218! Is it possible to get some actual color swatches I can hold up to my boat?

2 years ago

1 Answer

A: Yes, if you call us 800-497-0010 we can send you a color chart.

2 years ago

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Q: What primer i can use?

2 years ago

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A: Hey Nick, Thank you for reaching out, you would want to use their Multi Marine primer for fiberglass, wood, and metal: https://www.jamestowndistributors.com/product/product-detail/4116

2 years ago

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Q: Can this paint be applied over existing Sherwin Williams SeaGuard 1000 on wood?

3 years ago

3 Answers

A: Hey Jon, Thank you for reaching out. We have not tested that product and would not be able to give you a good answer, you will have to run a test to be sure.

3 years ago

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Q: Is there a color guide available for creating more custom Colors? I'm hoping for a more sea foam green color and I feel like I could mix some green and a white to achieve this. Is there a guide available?

4 years ago

1 Answer

A: Hi,My email has changed to **@*.***. Please use that address going forward.Thanks,Erik deBoer

4 years ago

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Q: Was this paint formerly called Bootlak? I had used Bootlak with great results but notice there are two new names for Epipanes paint

5 years ago

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A: I cannot say for sure on the Bootlak name. I google searched it and as far as I can figure, Bootlak may be a type or color reference within Epifanes brands. I'm sorry that I""m not more help in this regard but I will say that I have used Epifanes two part epoxy paint and also their varnish and I may not ever use anything else. Their products are superior!

5 years ago

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Q: I'm considering painting my aluminum tubing which is completely pitted on my T-top.What would be the prep procedure and white paint would you recommend to paint this aluminum tubing for my T-top

5 years ago

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A: Short answer: Sand with 220 grit, clean with aluminum etch wash, paint with high build epoxy primer, paint with two-part polyurethane paint of your choice.

5 years ago

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Q: I have an older Grand Banks with wood exterior window frames. I plan to bare wood them, then paint. Would this be one of the better choices? Would I have to undercoat? I use Epifanes varnish and am very impressed with its quality.

5 years ago

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A: Excellent top side paint, I sprayed my water line stripe on my 66 resorter was very happy with the results!

5 years ago

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