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TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Topside Paint makes it easy to get a good-looking, low-sheen, corrosion-resistant topside finish on aluminum & galvanized metal boats used in fresh or saltwater. Unique polyurethane formula saves time because you don't need to prime first. It dries fast for a durable finish that resists chemical damage, scratching, peeling & fading.

Best of all, this low-odor, chromate-free paint cleans up easily with soap & water. It's perfect for aluminum duck boats, jon boats, bass boats, pontoon boats & canoes.

Available in Quarts and Gallons, in your choice of Army Green, Olive Drab, Earth Brown, Flat Dark Earth, Khaki, Black, White & Light Gray colors. Colors can even be combined to create a custom camouflage appearance.

Tech Specs
Item Number Color Size
TB-1784 Army Green Quart
TB-1785 Earth Brown Quart
TB-1786 Khaki Quart
TB-1787 Black Quart
TB-1795 White Quart
TB-1796 Light Gray Quart
TB-0628 Army Green Gallon
TB-0629 Earth Brown Gallon
TB-0630 Khaki Gallon
TB-0631 Light Gray Gallon
TB-0632 White Gallon
TB-0633 Black Gallon
TB-0883 Olive Drab Quart
TB-0884 Flat Dark Earth Quart
TB-0885 Olive Drab Gallon
TB-0886 Flat Dark Earth Gallon
Application Information
Application Temperature 50-90°F
Application Methods Brush, Roller, Spray equipment
Thinner/Reducer Water (up to 20% maximum)
Cleanup Clean up with soap and water before product has cured
Number of Coats 2-3
Dry Time to Overcoat 1 hour @ 72°F
Recoat Without Sanding Up to 12 hours after previous coat
Dry Time Before Use 48 hours minimum
Coverage (Quart) 80-100 sq ft
Coverage (Gallon) 320-400 sq ft
Technical Specifications TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint
Finish Low sheen
VOC Content Less than 75 g/L
Storage Store locked up. KEEP FROM FREEZING.
Info & Guides
Note: While TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Topside Paint can be used above or below the waterline, it contains no antifouling properties. We recommend TotalBoat AlumiPaint AF antifouling bottom paint for maximum protection against barnacles, shellfish, slime, and weeds.

Do I Need to Etch & Prime First?

It's no secret that it's hard to get paint to stick to aluminum. Success usually involves sanding, etching, and applying a toxic chromate primer.

With TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint, etching is optional and may improve adhesion, but what's most important is that this unique paint is designed to be applied directly to shiny, bare aluminum. It has an advanced, polyurethane formula that makes it bond strongly and durably without etching and priming first. It's also more environmentally friendly because it's chromate-free, with an extremely low VOC content and almost no odor.

The surface prep is actually fast and easy for bare aluminum in good condition—just clean thoroughly to remove any dirt, oil, grease or contaminants, then dry completely. If the bare aluminum has a dull, oxidized look, use 220-grit to sand until shiny, remove sanding residue, wipe with denatured alcohol or use TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Etch Wash as directed, and allow to dry completely before immediately applying TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint.

Technical Information

TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint Features

  • Low-sheen finish greatly improves the look of aluminum & galvanized metal boats.
  • Wide range of colors and shades are ideal for camouflaging your boat or blind.
  • Adheres strongly to properly prepared substrates. No primer needed.
  • Prevents corrosion and oxidation.
  • One-part formula is easy to apply by brush, roller, or spraying.
  • Resists UV damage, chemicals, & abrasion.
  • No peeling, chipping, or fading.
  • Great self-leveling properties for a smooth, attractive finish.
  • Eco-friendly formula is chromate free with an extremely low VOC content and almost no odor.
  • Easy soap & water cleanup.
  • Ideal for aluminum canoes, dinghies, duck boats, jon boats, pontoon boats, trailers, blinds, spars, railings, and much more.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read the product safety data sheet and technical data sheet before use. Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection. Use personal protective equipment, as required. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

DISPOSAL

Dispose of contents and container to an approved waste disposal plant. Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations.

WARNING: These products contain chemicals including n-methylpyrrolidone, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm, and titanium dioxide, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Reviews for TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Topside Paint

10 of 75 Reviews

February 10, 2024

Yes I would buy again
By Jim from Hamburg wi

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This product drys fast almost too fast would never uses this product indoors again very strong cem smell. Would do project in summer. Where it can be done outdoors and bye second coat I switched to four inch 1/2 inch roller and then it applied like a dream

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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February 1, 2024

Worked great on my mast!
By Brian from Urbanna, VA

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My mast and boom had been painted many years ago and looked really beat up. My boat is a 1977 Islander 32. The orbital sander with some 220 grit made quick work of the flaking paint. I wiped it all down with denatured alcohol. The new paint went on easy and dried quickly. I just did the lower sections that you can see but some day I'll pull the mast and do it all. In the meantime, it really looks sharp!

Boom only finished in this photo
Boom
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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January 31, 2024

Never buy
By Matt from Delaware

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It went on like water. After 4 coats of paint, still did not cover! I had to switch to another brand to get the job done! I would never buy again for any price?

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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January 3, 2024

Easy to apply and sheen is perfect for my aluminum john boat
By Lazy old boater from FL

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I purchased one quart of TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Topside Paint to test for ease of application using my old spray guns. I test applied over prepped bare aluminum and previously painted aluminum. I am very happy with the results so far. The paint was easy to apply without thinning using HVLP gravity gun. I was able to achieve 6 wet mill application (I recall instructions call for 7) but I think 6 is the max I could do with sags. The paint dried reasonably quickly (wintertime in Florida so unheated temp was just barely above 50F) and would have benefited from heating. I did get some fish-eyes where I sprayed onto unsanded paint, so make sure you prep well! A second coat was easily applied atop the dry-to-touch first coat without sanding. After several days curing (paint didn't require that long, I was busy doing other stuff), I sanded with 220 (instructions say 320 but I couldn't find my stash) and applied a final coat. You will want to use 320 to reduce sanding swirls. Final matt/satin finish looks great. After about a week cure time, I can mar the finish with a wooden dowel, but I am unable to scratch through to metal. I do wonder if this final finish would benefit from addition of a hardner, but I assume none is available for this easy to use water based product.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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October 7, 2023

I would consider buying this product again.
By Old geezer from Piedmont NC

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Product went on well, and dried in timely fashion. The color was much lighter than what I was expecting 'Army Green' to be. It covered a lot of old glue and discolorations.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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September 11, 2023

yes
By bill from Illinois

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used a sponge roller turned out fantastic

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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August 2, 2023

Good Paint
By bdubs from Michigan

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Project turned out well, except I was not able to get the colors I desired due to out of stock status.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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July 26, 2023

Excellent Product
By Greg from Ontario, Canada

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TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Paint is an excellent product. This paint is very easy to apply, I just rolled it on to achieve a professional looking finish. It also adheres very well without the need for priming. The colour was true to the description. Very happy with this product and have already ordered more. Customer service and delivery are top notch.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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July 19, 2023

Good stuff
By Woodboat from NC

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Although I cannot comment on durability YET, I can say I really like the way it handles. Having used several OEM john boat paints this TB stuff is a little easier to handle (thicker) and is water based. Dries timely...not too fast, not too slow. If it takes a lickin in the creek, I'll really like it!

River Runner
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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June 11, 2023

I will buy this paint again.
By Fishing Fool from Antigo, WI

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I painted my 1988 SeaNymph sides and tansom from just below the water line using a mini foam roller (smooth finish). 3 coats in rapid succession. Durable so far. Black marks left by tires on the launch dock wipe right off. Very minimal prep. Thorough cleaning and light scuffing with a 3m pad.

Looks new again
Gone fishin'
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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