Neptune HRT Seasonal Water Based Antifouling Paint

Neptune HRT water-based antifouling uses the latest resin technology available to create a hybrid paint film strong enough to handle the tough marine environment, but allowing for slow erosion so the paint coating thickness doesn’t build up with repeated yearly applications.

In addition, Hybrid Reactive Technology maximizes utilization of the paint’s biocide. It does this via an efficient controlled-release mechanism – so none of it is wasted, like it is with tradional bottom paints.

HRT’s modified resins also help maintain uniform color consistency, and allow for lower weight – while providing a smoother, faster finish than traditional paints.

Neptune HRT cleans up with soap and water, and has no strong solvent smell for a user-friendly application. Neptune HRT does not require sanding between coats saving you both time and money.

With low VOCs it’s ideal for marinas under restrictions.

Neptune HRT can be used over all previously painted surfaces.

Note: contains cuprous oxide – not for use on aluminum hulls or outboards and outdrives.

• Seasonal antifouling performance

• Extremely durable like a hard coating, but slowly erodes to release fresh biocide like an ablative

• 25.3% cuprous oxide biocide

• Compatible for applying over most bottom paints

• When applying, no sanding required between coats

• Finish is flat – very smooth, durable, self-polishing

• May be taken in and out of the water without affecting antifouling properties

• Neptune HRT can be applied by brush, solvent resistant roller (maximum 3/16″ nap), or airless or conventional spray

• For smoothest finish, thin approximately 5-10% using clean fresh water

• Theoretical coverage is 500 ft²/gallon; at least 1 coat per season recommended, apply additional coat at waterline and other high wear areas; 60% solids (vol.)

A Word From Pettit —

There seems to be a lot of confusion in the marketplace concerning water-based bottom paints.

Many believe that a paint which allows clean up with soap and water must not be able to withstand in-water immersion; others think that if a bottom paint is eco-friendly it must not be as effective as traditional bottom paints, and still others believe that all water-based bottom paints are built the same way…

For over two decades Pettit Paint has led the way with water-based bottom paint technology. Their award winning line of ecofriendly bottom paints provides lower applied cost per square foot, easier application, and work as well, if not better than traditional bottom paints.

In fact, Pettit now has water-based bottom paint formulas in just about every category.

Although there are many water-based antifouling paints on the market, not all are created equal and, no other brand offers all of these benefits:

• Compatible over all bottom paints – no more guessing

• They go further – 20% further in fact, typically covering over 400 square feet per gallon

• Unlimited launch window – paint today and launch whenever you want – no 60 day window, so you can take advantage of boatyard Fall Haulout specials

• No paint film build-up equals no sanding – EVER!

• Haul and re-launch without losing effectiveness

• No nasty solvent smells – allows for painting indoors

• Easy soap and water clean up

• Can be burnished for a slick racing finish

• Contains copper – do not apply to aluminum hulls or outdrives

• Neptune HRT can be applied by brush, solvent resistant roller (maximum 3/16″ nap) or airless or conventional spray

• For smoothest finish, thin approximately 5-10% using 140 Water-Based Brushing Thinner

• Theoretical coverage is 500 ft²/gallon; at least 1 coat per season recommended, apply additional coat at waterline and other high wear areas; 40% solids (vol.)

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