Interlux One-Part Topside Paint Preparation Scheme

One-Part Paint Systems- Brightside, Yacht Enamels This preparation scheme provides a good level of protection.
STAGE	PRODUCT	FIBER GLASS	ALUM	WOOD	STEEL	OVER COAT TIME *
CLEAN	Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 or Special Thinner 216	202	216	216	216	20 minutes
SAND		180-220 grit sandpaper	sand blast or disc grind (coarse emery cloth)	180-220 grit sandpaper	sand blast or disc grind (coarse emery cloth)
CLEAN	Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 or Special Thinner 216	202	remove residue (with broom or airline)	216	remove residue (with broom or airline)
SURFACE PRIMER	Awlgrip Wash Primer CF	n/a	1 thinned	n/a	1 thinned	1 hour
PRE PRIMER	Yacht Primer	n/a	n/a	1 coat (thinned 10-15%)	n/a	8 hours
PRIMER	Yacht Primer	n/a	1 coat	-	1 coat
FILLER (if needed)	Surfacing Putty 257	YES	YES	YES	YES	4 hours
PRIMER	Yacht Primer	n/a	1-2 coats	1-2 coats	1-2 coats
PRIMER/ UNDER COATER	Pre-Kote	1-2 coats	1-2 coats	1-2 coats	1-2 coats	8 hours
TOPCOAT	Brightside	2 coats	2 coats	2 coats	2 coats	12 hours

* Minimum wait time between coats or between overcoating with the next step in the system, at a temperature of 73°F (23°C). Please consult product data sheets for overcoating times at different temperatures.

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