Interlux Brightside Polyurethanes
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Made of Polyflow 4000, a polyurethane resin, the Interlux Brightside Topside Boat Finish has excellent flow and leveling characteristics, which makes application easy. Even when you brush this paint finish on the boat surface, it creates a “sprayed on” look.
Suitable for application above the waterline, this paint finish resists stains and abrasion. Plus, it contains Fluro Microadditive that makes cleaning easy and quick. This high gloss finish can be applied on various surfaces, including wood, aluminum, steel and carbon fiber. It is also suitable for use on non-skid deck and high fouling areas.
- Made of Polyflow 4000 polyurethane resin
- Contains Fluro Microadditive for easy cleaning
- High gloss paint finish
Features of Brightside Polyurethane Topside Paint
- For application on wood, steel, carbon fiber and aluminum
Specifications
Manf. Part # 4205Q
- Color: Seattle gray
- Quantity: Quart
Manf. Part # 4217Q
- Color: Grand Banks beige
Manf. Part # 4248HP
- Color: Fire red
- Quantity: 1/2 pint
Manf. Part # 4258HP
- Color: Black
- Quantity: 1/2 pint
Manf. Part # 4259G
- Color: Blue glo white
- Quantity: Gallon
Manf. Part # 4359HP
- Color: White
- Quantity: 1/2 pint
Manf. Part # 4990HP
- Color: Flag blue
- Quantity: 1/2 pint
Manf. Part # 4990Q
- Color: Flag blue
- Quantity: Quart
All paint colors shown here are for guidance only. Due to differences in screen displays that are beyond our control, the colors on these pages cannot be guaranteed to match the actual color in the can.
| Common Problems | Perfection | Toplac® | Brightside® | Interdeck | Bilgekote® |
| High-Gloss, Professional Looking, Finish | YES | YES | YES | NO | NO |
| UV Protection | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★ | ★ |
| Easy Application | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
| Satin, Semi-Gloss Finish (Not High-Gloss) |
YES (with Flattening Agent YZM914) |
YES (with Flattening Agent YMA715) |
YES (with Intergrip No-Skid Compounds) |
- | - |
| Use for Non-Skid Deck |
★★★★★ (with Intergrip No-Skid Compounds) |
★★★ (with Intergrip No-Skid Compounds) |
★★★★ (with Intergrip No-Skid Compounds) |
★★★★★ | NO |
| Mast Paint (Aluminum and Wood) | ★★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | NO | NO |
| Best Alcohol and Chemical Resistance | ★★★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | NO | NO |
| Bilge Paint | NO | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | NO | ★★★★★ |
| Use Over Existing Topside One-Part Finish | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Best Abuse/Abrasion Protection | ★★★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★ | - |
| Waterline or Boottop Striping | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | NO | NO |
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Primer Important: Use correct primer with finish |
Epoxy Primekote® 404/414 | Pre-Kote, or Epoxy Primekote® 404/414 | Pre-Kote, or Epoxy Primekote® 404/414 | Pre-Kote, or Epoxy Primekote® 404/414 | Pre-Kote, or Epoxy Primekote® 404/414 |
| KEY: ★★★★★ Excellent for this purpose ★★★ Good for this purpose ★ Average for this purpose | |||||
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How much topsides paint do I need? |
Powerboat | Sailboat | ||||||||
| Waterline Length (feet) | 20 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 20 | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 |
| 2 part products (quarts) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5.5 | 6 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 |
| 1 part enamels (quarts) | 3 | 4.5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 2.5 | 4 | 5.5 | 7 | 8.5 |
| 1 part primers (quarts) | 4 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 10 | 11 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 9 | 10.5 |
| One-Part Paint Systems - Toplac®, Brightside®, Yacht Enamels This preparation scheme provides a good level of protection | ||||||
| Stage | Product | Fiberglass | Aluminum | Wood | Steel | Overcoating Time* |
| Clean | Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 or Special Thinner 216 | 202 | 216 | 216 | 216 | 20 min |
| Sand | - | 180-220 grit sandpaper | sand blast or disc grind (coarse emery cloth) |
80-180 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 | Viny-Lux Primewash 353/354 | DO NOT USE | 1 coat (thinned) | DO NOT USE | 1 coat (thinned) | 1 hr |
| Pre Primer | Yacht Primer | DO NOT USE | DO NOT USE | 1 coats (thinned 10-15%) | DO NOT USE | 8 hrs |
| Primer | Yacht Primer | DO NOT USE | 1 coat | - | 1 coat | - |
|
Filler (if needed) |
Surfacing Putty 257 | YES | YES | YES | YES | 4 hrs |
| Primer | Yacht Primer | DO NOT USE | 1-2 coats | 1-2 coats | 1-2 coats | - |
| Primer/ Undercoater | Pre-Kote | 1-2 coats | 1-2 coats | 1-2 coats | 1-2 coats | 8 hrs |
| Topcoat | Toplac® or Brightside® | 2 coats | 2 coats | 2 coats | 2 coats | 12 hrs |
| *Minimum wait time between coats or between overcoating with the next step in the system, at a temperature of 73°F. | ||||||
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The performance of marine paint on many factors outside the control of iboats.com, including surface preparation, proper application, and environmental conditions. Therefore, iboats.com cannot guarantee this product's suitability for your particular purpose or application.
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