Paints and coating systems for commercial shipping protect steel, timber, aluminium and GRP against water, weathering, corrosion and fouling. Requirements vary considerably between underwater surfaces, decks, superstructures and interior areas. A durable coating system depends on the substrate, any existing coating, the operating environment and the compatibility of primers, intermediate coats and topcoats.
The TOPLICHT range includes anticorrosive and epoxy primers, chlorinated-rubber primers, self-polishing antifoulings, and marine and deck paints for areas above the waterline. Coatings for working decks and other heavily used surfaces can be combined with an anti-slip additive where increased slip resistance is required. Black marine coatings are available for steel and timber surfaces and for maintaining existing tar or bitumen coatings. The range also includes clear varnishes for timber and heat-resistant paints for steel and iron surfaces exposed to elevated temperatures.
TOPLICHT also carries compatible thinners and cleaning products for application and maintenance work. Depending on the coating system, products can be applied by brush or roller and, for professional use, by spray equipment. Before painting, the product instructions for surface preparation, coating sequence, overcoating intervals and application temperature should be followed.
