Re: Paint Question
I've tried some of many of these, and I think that the interlux 1 part urethane (brightsides) is too darn soft... and scratches easily. If you're going to do it, i would seriously consider useing two part polyurethane. it'll be much harder and more durable than any of the single component paints and it'll shine far better if layed out right. Note that it's not hard to spray in the back yard with a cheap gun if you just follow the directions.
In general, you'll get better adhesion with the epoxy paints - especially two part epoxies in general, but far better gloss and hardness with the two part urethanes. As long as you do a good job degreasing xylenes works well because it doesn't evaporate before it can do it's job like more volitile solvents will. I also like a por15 product called "marine clean". I used it before clear coating the bottom and sides of my hull and had zero problems.
por15 paint is expensive, but it's tough as nails, easily as tough as imron or awlgrip, has great gloss and dries slow enough to roll out without showing brush marks. It's similar chemistry to imron, so if you're going to spray it, use proper protection.
nason fullthane single stage (two part) urethane is dupont's "cheaper" brand and is really good paint for the money. It's safer to use than awlgrip or imron and will hold up almost as well (yes in a marine environment). It is also easy for someone without experience to spray in the backyard with a cheap gun as long as you follow the instructions.
Of course you can always the rustoleum marine paint for about 10 bucks a quart and just paint it again when it get's scratched up. It was as shiny and just about as hard as the brightsides in my hands. Both thin fine with xylenes
If you do a good job with surface prep and etch the surface before applying paint, they'll all stick well...
probably tmi, just some thoughts off the top that may be of use.
