Boat Antifouling Paint
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Aqua-Cote provides marine coatings and paints to protect boats from damage. Boats are constantly exposed to corrosive elements like salt water, sun, and residue which can degrade the structural integrity of the vessel over time. Marine paint is important because it acts as a barrier to prevent fouling from things like seaweed that grow on boat surfaces in sunlight. Different types of marine coatings are tough, durable, and provide protection to the hull while also making boats faster and more fuel efficient by reducing water resistance. Aqua-Cote offers environmental friendly water based coatings that are non-sticky and solve durability issues with other products.
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