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Pettit ViViD is a bright color antifouling bottom paint. Bottom paint, in general, was dull and dirty looking until Vivid. Now you can have the brightest colors, the blackest black and the whitest white you have ever seen in bottom paint.
Its hybrid technology incorporates the benefits of both ablatives and hard paints. So, when you choose a clean, bright Vivid color, you also get a powerful, multi-season, dual biocide antifouling, a Pettit antifouling that is, simply, as effective as it is beautiful.
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Finish: Flat
Curing Mechanism: Solvent Release
Solids (theoretical): Weight- 83 +- 2%, Volume- 65 +- 2%
Coverage: 440 sq. ft/gal. (includes a 15%
loss factor)
VOC: 330 g/l max. (as supplied)
Flash Point: 110Deg F (SETA)
Application Method: Brush, Roller, Airless or Conventional
Spray
Number of Coats: 2 or 3
Dry Film Thickness per Coat: 2 mils
Wet Film Thickness per Coat: 3.1 mils
Application Temp: 40Deg F. Min., 90Deg F. Max.
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Vivid contains cuprous thiocyanate and as a result of this 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. If possible,
shake the can of paint on a mechanical paint shaker. Before using, check the
sides and bottom of the can to make sure all the pigment has been mixed in.
If mixing is going to be done with a wooden paddle or an electric drill mixer,
pour off half of the liquid from the top of the can into another can and then
properly mix in any settled pigment; then remix the two parts together
thoroughly.
Adhere to all application instructions, precautions, conditions, and limitations to
obtain optimum performance. Refer to individual labels and tech sheets for
detailed instructions when using associated products, etc. Vivid is a high solids
products. Do not apply this paint in thick films or in more than four coats as
poor adhesion may result. When applying by roller use a short nap (3/16 inch
maximum) roller cover. Product can be thinned up to 10% (12 ounces per
gallon) without any loss in performance. Do not thin beyond your state's
compliant limit.
SURFACE PREPARATION
Coating performance, in general, is proportional to the degree of surface
preparation. Follow recommendations carefully, avoiding shortcuts. Inadequate
preparation of surfaces will virtually assure inadequate coating performance.
MAINTENANCE
No antifouling paint can be effective under all conditions of exposure. Man
made pollution and natural occurrences can adversely affect antifouling paint
performance. Extreme hot and cold water temperatures, silt, dirt, oil, brackish
water and even electrolysis can ruin an antifouling paint. Therefore, we strongly
suggest that the bottom of the boat be checked regularly to make sure it is clean
and that no growth is occurring. Lightly scrub the bottom with a soft brush to
remove anything from the antifouling paint surface. Scrubbing is particularly
important with boats that are idle for extended periods of time. The coating is
most effective when the boat is used periodically.
*The below dry times are minimums. Vivid may be recoated after the minimum time shown.
Excellent antifoulant for aluminum, fiberglass, wood and steel.
Hard low drag finish that can be sprayed and brunished for a racing advantage.
Tin free and not restricted in use.
Available in five clean bright colors including 1161 White, 1661 Red, 1261 Blue, 1861 Black and 1461 Yellow.
Colors can be combined to achieve a rainbow of new clean bright bottom paint colors.
Meets VOC regulations with a low 330 grams per liter.
Contains two biocides the slime resistant zinc pyrithione algicide and cuprous thiocyanate.
Ideal for use on fiberglass, wood or aluminum
Multi-season
Great for trailerable boats
Compatible with most antifouling paints
Can be hauled and launched with little wear
Dry Time Hours
To Recoat
To Launch
90Deg F.
2
8
70Deg F.
4
16
50Deg. F
6
41
BRAND:
Pettit Z-Spar
Number Of Parts:
One Part
Type:
Copper AF Paint
Questions & Answers about Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
2013-04-07CHRIS DAVIS asked: Will this work to stick on the bottom of a sail boat?
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2013-04-10WES MCMICHAEL: Yes
2013-04-10Ben Wall: I used it on the bottom of a wooden skiff. Worked well
2013-04-10WILLIAM DOYLE: I've been using Vivid white on the bottom of my center console for 8 years - all I've ever used. I primed the bottom and use a thin even coat every year. My boat is in the water - Cape Cod Bay from early May until after Thanksgiving with good use in June/July/August and light use the rest of the time. I clean the water line once in awhile. Never get any growth except a little fuzz. Not sure how a sailboat would differ but this stuff works great for me.
2013-04-10Ben Turner: I used it to re-coat over a previous application of Vivid.
It is coming off the bottom in big sheets.
2013-03-11A shopper asked: On many white anti foulings the portion- band over the waterline turns to light/clear blue ! what about vivid 1161 ?
silvio pennetti
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2013-03-15JACK HOOPER: I've had it on my boat for 7 years. it's never done that. It does show waterline stains prominantly though.
2013-03-15FRANCINE CRESS: We aplied a primer and two coats and it stayed white great product just follow the instructions and everything should be fine
2013-02-11A shopper asked: Will this product guard against algae and etc from growing to hull if left in water for a long period of time?
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2013-02-15DAVID WEIR: I really do not know. We have used Vivid for 5 years as a racing finish. The hull is cleaned at least once per week so it would not collect algae in that time.
2013-02-15TODD KEENAN: We dont leave our wood boat in the water so unfortunately I can't really comment on the anti-fouling properties. That said, the stuff is tought. It has held up to several season on and of the trailer and has held up beautifully.
In general, i have never been disappointed by the petit products.
Good luck.
2013-02-16ROBERT GARRABRANT: absolutely the best pain I ever used. All you will get is a little brown scum that u can wipe off with your hand. I only paint every two years. Buy it!
2013-02-16RICH COLEMAN: i used vivid for years here on the northern chesapeake.which is 95 percent fresh water....i cant say it prevented it...as nothing really does that because it takes friction(movement) to do that...but it DID come off very easily without removing the surface layer
2012-07-30RICK MCNALLY asked: If I do white over white on a 15 ft. v bottom boat will I need one or two quarts for 2 coats?
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2012-07-30ALBERT GOSSMAN: If you use the primer coat first one should do it. If not I would use two but the proper prep work is critical to good success.
2012-07-30DENNIS SUNDAY: Rick,
I used this paint on my 13' Catalina Capri sailboat. I was able to put three coats, with paint left over. I went over a bare bottom. Best of luck, Dennis
2012-07-30RICH COLEMAN: Rick,
I do yivid on a much larger boat so i can snwer your question about one quart or two...but my answer is this: do one quart and put at least 2 coats on. if you have to buy a second quart you can ether choose to put an extra coat on..(which i did the second time i painted the bottom with vivid, and it lasted twice as long )
you DO know that you can seal the can and it will be good in 2 years.
2012-07-30JORGE FALS: you will need a quart and a half, so you better get 2 quarts an save what's left for the next painting
2012-05-29DAMIAN KUZMIN asked: Want to use the Petit White over the Micron Extra other than sanding the left over Micron is it compatiable to pait over or do I need to strip micron off?
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2012-05-29JOHN REAGAN: I'm not an expert on paint application so I would rather direct you to the pros--I have received great product info and customer service from Don Zabransky at Pettit. (It does sound like you would need to completely remove the Micron though.)
2012-05-29STEPHEN PETRI: After a heavy sanding you can over-coat Micron Extra with Pettit Vivid. I had Micron CSC on my bottom and after careful preparation painted it with Vivid white. That was 6 years and 3 paintings later, it's still sticking. You'll want to give it two coats to start.
Take a look at the compatibly chart on Pettit's website.
2012-05-30THOMAS DUQUETTE: Hi -
I don't know the answer to your question. However, what I would do is check the Pettit website, or call their technical assistance line to be absolutely sure.
Good luck.
2012-05-30RICHARD PAONE: i did the same as you covered micron 66 which is a hard paint with vivid and have not had any problems. make sure you sand before painting and you will love vivid. best bottom paint in my opinion.
2012-05-31JOSEPH OCONNELL: i didnt like the petit got lots of growth on my bottom the 2 seasons i used it
2012-06-01MARK HASSEL: I put it over Micron extra and I just sanded. I have not had any problems. You want to use thins coat(s).
2012-01-06DEANNA ALLMAN asked: how much will one quart cover?
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2012-01-06GERALD ROLFE: Check the Pettit Website or the label on the can.
2012-01-06DENNIS SUNDAY: Hi Deanna,
I used the paint on a 13 ft. Catalina Capri 13. I applied 3 coats and have approximately 1/4 th of a can left. I would estimate that the quart will probably cover at least 200 sq. ft.
2012-01-06GEORGE LANDIS: I have used Petit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint to restore my 25' O'Day Sailboat. I bought 1 gallon to do the boat bottom 2 years ago and the 1 gallon was enough to complete 3 coats on the boat bottom. I purchased the Quart last season for touch up to the bottom of the boat. The painted area with the antifouling paiint is approximately 235 Sq Ft. So a quart covered about 60 Sq Ft 3 times.
I would use this paint again as it has held up well and was easy to apply and clean-up. It has been 2 years and it is holding up well. I pressure wash the bottom at the end of the season and then touch up any areas that peel, which are minimal.
2012-01-06JON BALDVINS: It took about three quarts to cover the bottom (up to the edge of the top decking) of a 20' C-Scow.
Cheers, Jon B
2012-01-06THOMAS DUQUETTE: Hi, Deanna -
I have actually purchase this paint at least a couple of times from Jamestown Distributors. I have a 25 foot runabout. Pettit recommends thin coats, so I used a very short nap roller. If I remember correctly, I applied two thin coats this past spring, and used about 2/3 of a gallon. I have had very good results with the paint, especially this past summer, when generally speaking I only had a slight discoloring of the paint at the end of the year when I took the boat out. The paint was more of a tan color than the white color it started as when I applied it.
Hope this is helpful.
2012-01-07ROBERT JOHNSON: I covered the bottom from waterline down with 2 coats with enough left for touchup on an 18' 6" fiberglass boat. RJ
2012-01-23JOHN REAGAN: That answer will vary based on the condition of the surface and how the paint is applied, but I would rough it at about 100 sq ft. I have the yard paint my boat which is 31' by 8'6" and they use 1.25 gals using a foam roller.
2011-11-23A shopper asked: I am looking for this paint but read in turns pink . I want a gloss red to stay that way . Can this bottom paint be in red gloss ? Will it stay red ?
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2011-11-23WILLIAM ROBERTSON IV: It depends on whether you wipe down the bottom occasionally - I wipe off the bottom about every 2 weeks in NJ and mine lightens a little but stays red to my eye.
2011-11-23CARLOS FOX: I could not be happier on the performance of the paint itself, my boats average 40 knots and go out all the time... But the finish is not glossy at all.
2011-11-23ALFRED JOYAL: I cannot tell you about red. However, the black I am using has retained its semi-gloss black look in fresh water.
2011-11-23MADA COURTER: I did the bottom of my 22' Seafarer sailboat with Pettit Vivid. I did not find the color to be pink, but a bright red, very close to the color sample the manufacturer provides. This past season was the third season on the original application over an epoxy barrier coat, The water line has some discoloration like any albative bottom paint, but the red color is still very bright.. Two seasons should be the maximum. As far as a gloss finish, I don't think you will ever have a gloss finish from any albative bottom paint. If you must have a gloss finish with color then a product like Interlux VC underwater epoxy might be a solution, but is not antifouling.
2011-11-23ROBERT JOHNSON: Hi- I can't say for red, but I used blue and after 2 years it is still very blue! A Great paint!
2011-11-26MARK GYORGY: I have used the white and seen the yellow but not the red. The yellow stayed yellow. It stays brighter below the water line the UV tends to fade it a little.
2011-09-19A shopper asked: How do I remove what is left on boat?
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2011-09-19MICHAEL CLAUDON: We remove paint and varnish using a heat gun set to 1000 F and good quality scrapers, followed by sanding with 80 grit and then 120 grit paper on long boards.
Do not use any sort of random orbit palm or other 5"-6" sander for this purpose. Doing so tends to create peaks and valleys on a surface that you want to be as flat as possible.
2011-09-19THOMAS PULEO: I asked a similar question from Pettit several weeks ago and they never answered.
Sorry.
2011-09-19RICH COLEMAN: im a user of petit vivid. i would try and answer your question, but please explain what you mean: WHAT is left on the boat? the old bottom paint? if thats what you mean, I just sanded the old paint smooth and painted over it. no problems!
if you mean something else, please ask a more specific question and ill try and help.
Rich C
2011-09-22ANTONIO CINTRON: You can chemiocally remove it with bottom paint stripper, or sand it off with a disc sander.
After much research, I applied two coats to my unpainted 1987 28' Bayliner used in brackish fresh water in Lake Champlain. The Pettit people were more that helpfull in making my decision and advice...Read complete review
After much research, I applied two coats to my unpainted 1987 28' Bayliner used in brackish fresh water in Lake Champlain. The Pettit people were more that helpfull in making my decision and advice for application. The color showed a bit dirty after three days from launch, but not really objectionable. It never darkened any more by end of season haul-out. A quick wipe with a sponge brings it back to bright white. For the first time ever, the bottom was free of slime growth and the pesky Zebra mussel. I couldn't be happier!
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Marina Scrubbing to Clean Illegal
I race a 30 foot sail boat in Puget Sound. Local regulations prohibit scrubbing the paint in the marina at dock side because of water polution from the released fog of material during the scrbbing...Read complete review
I race a 30 foot sail boat in Puget Sound. Local regulations prohibit scrubbing the paint in the marina at dock side because of water polution from the released fog of material during the scrbbing. Divers can't and won't clean the bottom. One must haul out which is expensive and time consuming. I believe the statement "Hard low drag finish that can be brunished for racing for a racing advantage " is misleading. However, it is easy to apply and to clean off growth. In the Puget Sound area Trinidad is better for racers but not compatible with Vivid.
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
Worked well
4/24/2013
4.0
As described
By BL
from NJ
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Even Paint Distribution
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
Use a short roller as the directions suggest. I rolled and did not tip. Finish came out smooth, rolling and tipping this product would make it come out perfectly smooth. 28 x 9'6" power boat only took 1 gallon for 2 coats, 1/2 what the manufacturer suggested.
3/8/2013
5.0
Vivid White is a Delight
By Jeff on Radiant
from Atlantic Highlands, NJ
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy To Clean
Goes On Smooth
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
Racing bottom on J/30. Put on 3 thinned coats with a foam roller over a smooth bottomwith a couple of extra coats at the waterline. The white makes seeing the slime visible for in water bottom cleaning and looks good too. Since the white will show 5 o'clock shadow at the waterline if not cleaned for a couple of weeks, it forces you to clean the bottom regularly. For me this is a feature, not a bug. This will be my third season with Vivid White.
3/12/2012
(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Great product when applied correctly!
By Happy Henry
from Annapolis MD
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy To Clean
Lightweight
Smooth finish
Cons
Read instructions
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
This product is great when applied correctly, I had an issue with it, I called Pettit and they explained to me the mud cracking was because I applied it too thick. They said, use a 3/16" nap roller or less. They would rather see me applied 3 very thin coats than 1 or 2 very thick coats. This product uses a non traditional resin structure and needs to be applied THIN! I wait a day in between coats to make sure its totally dry. Long story short, I applied as described and I love the product!!!! I've been using for 5 years now and would never try anything else!
2/1/2012
(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)
4.0
Abrasion resistant, effective paint
By captnjoe
from Ft. Myers, FL
About Me Professional
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Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
I am a professional captain who manages large catamarans and power yachts. I have been using Vivid for more than four years here in southern Florida, in very high fouling environments. The paint has held up well, and averages 18-20 months of good protection from hard growth. It does as well as any other top of the line paint stopping slime/soft growth.
Good features: - effective in brackish and fresh water, not ruined like Micron66 - reasonable price for multi-season use - very durable paint, does not wear or rub off prematurely - light colors, especially white, work better
If "mud cracking" is observed,as mentioned in a previous review, the paint was applied incorrectly (too thick or too many coats too quickly). If the paint is not thouroughly mixed, the antifouling results will be poor or spotty. If the paint is peeling, the prep work was faulty, or multiple coats applied too quickly.
Any bottom paint will need to be cleaned by wiping/diving, if the boat sits idle a lot of the time. If not maintained, any paint will let growth accumulate. I have seen this lack of maintenance cause problems with all paint brands.
Downgrading any paint rating because of failure to maintain it due to dumb local environmental regulations (Puget Sound), lack of attention, or improper application, is not accurate reporting.
5/11/2011
(1 of 7 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
Worst Paint on the market!
By Headwaters
from NH
About Me Professional
Pros
Cons
Breaks Easily
Deteriorates
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
Bought the paint from J.D. Used it on a restoration job. Within 6 months my client called me up and said the paint was flaking off the boat every ware !!! [...] I have worked on boats for many years now so it left me speechless as I watched the paint just fall off the boat as it sat at my shop waiting to get redone. I talked to Pettit about this problem as well. They drove out and inspected the boat themselves and saw first hand the problem and because some of the paint went above what they determined was the water line, they said the paint was misused and that they would not stand behind it!!! If you talk to paint representatives from other companies they will not only confirm hearing similar stories but they even have a name for it. "They call it mud cracking" I will NEVER use a pettit product again!
5/2/2011
5.0
Superlative results for our boats
By Bateauman
from Mohawk River, New York
About Me Casual Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Easy To Clean
Even Paint Distribution
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
I take care of two 23' wooden row/sail boats that spend the summers in a freshwater river with occasionally trailering to other freshwater areas. Prior to using this paint, we had significant native and zebra mussel issues, and our bottoms were getting very worn. We painted the bottom of one boat three years ago and the other boat two years ago. Since then annual clean up is practically as minimal as I can imagine, and reapplication doesn't take that much paint. The results look pretty sharp (though brush strokes will show) and the lack of marine growth is perfect. Even scraping the bottoms on a sandy shore doesn't damage the paint surface very much.
7/10/2010
(2 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
Not Recommended
By StrikeZone
from Point Lookout, MD
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
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Cons
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Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
I applied two coats of Vivid over a newly primed bottom. After just three months the bottom is full of barnacles and growth. I never had this problem when I used Interlux Micron or even the cheaper BoatersWorld ablative paint. Do not use this paint if you plan to leave your boat in the water, it is not effective at all.
11/4/2009
(5 of 5 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
For me it's perfect!
By Digger
from Williston, Vermont
About Me Professional
Pros
Easy To Clean
Ergonomic Grip
Even Paint Distribution
Cons
White turns a bit dirty
Best Uses
Large Areas
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
After much research, I applied two coats to my unpainted 1987 28' Bayliner used in brackish fresh water in Lake Champlain. The Pettit people were more that helpfull in making my decision and advice for application. The color showed a bit dirty after three days from launch, but not really objectionable. It never darkened any more by end of season haul-out. A quick wipe with a sponge brings it back to bright white. For the first time ever, the bottom was free of slime growth and the pesky Zebra mussel. I couldn't be happier!
10/27/2009
(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)
1.0
attractive but not effective
By hquarter[@]
from Long Island Sound
About Me Avid Do-It-Yourselfer
Pros
Attractive
Cons
Not effective
Best Uses
Comments about Pettit Z-Spar Pettit ViViD Antifouling Bottom Paint:
This is a follow up to my comments on 6/9/09. After one season in long island sound my results included at least 2" of hard growth. barnacles, mussels, and all sorts of living seafood. My mooring ball was painted with leftover micron extra and shows very little groth. very disappointed. Not recommended.
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