{"product_id":"epaint-ep21-boat-bottom-paint-release-coating-white-ep-21-401","title":"EPaint EP-21 Boat Bottom Paint Release Coating, White, EP-21-401","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#0c343d\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"EPaint Bottom Paint Collection\" href=\"http:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/collections\/epaint-bottom-paint-collection\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"EPaint Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/ePaint_Logo_transparent_background_2_compact.jpg?6751228845756444989\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/HAZ_logo_pico.jpg?562\"\u003eA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eir shipping is not available for EP-21, please select ground or discount shipping at checkout to avoid delays.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#0c343d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: \u003c\/strong\u003eEPaint products typically ship within 3 business days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEPaint EP-21 White (EP-21-401)\u003c\/b\u003e is an ablative foul release boat bottom paint \u003cspan\u003eboats in fresh water and low to moderate fouling salt water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP-21 offers excellent protection without toxic pesticides or a high price tag; the secret is a combination patented ePaint photo-active technology and ablative finish; it erodes away like a bar of soap, self-cleaning the paint in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.practical-sailor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePractical Sailor \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.practical-sailor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMagazine\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e recommends EP-21 as a best \"\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e$ Budget Buy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\" and rated EP-21 \"\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eExcellent After 6 Months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\" (March 2010) and \"\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eGood After 12 Months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\" (October 2009) in Florida waters!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP-21 applies just like traditional copper-based bottom paints and multiple coats may be applied same day. EP-21 is compatible with most epoxy primers and over most traditional antifouling paint systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP-21 is safe for use on prepared aluminum, fiberglass, wood, outboards, outdrives and trim tabs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and Benefits:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple to apply and fast drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEconomical lower cost yet excellent performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft ablative formula wears smooth over time, self-cleaning and releasing bio-fouling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContains no pesticides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures EPaint Patented photo-active release coating technology \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor use on fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives and trim tabs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWill not promote electrolysis on prepared metal surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite and gray colors stay bright and will not patina stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo maximum dry-to-launch times, safe to haul in and out of the water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with over epoxy primers and traditional antifouling paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Overview:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage: 300 ft2\/gal, 75 ft2\/qt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable colors: White and Gray\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: Quarts, gallons and five gallon pails (call for pricing and availability)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThinners: EPaint EP-13\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Eggshell-like finish, wears smooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended No. of Coats: 3 full coats with 2 additional around waterline and high wash areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatibility: Fiberglass, aluminum, wood, outboards, outdrives, trim tabs, epoxy primers, and most traditional bottom paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe for Aluminum and Metal?: Yes but prime bare metal first with EPaint \u003ca title=\"EPaint EP-Prime 1000\" href=\"http:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/epaint-ep-prime-1000-multi-purpose-epoxy-primer-barrier-coat-for-boats-metals-fiberglass-wood\"\u003eEP-Prime 1000\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafe to Haul In and Out of Water?: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry to Re-coat Time: MIN: 3 hours @ 90oF, 4 hours @ 70oF, 8 hours @ 50oF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry to Launch Time: MIN: 14 hours @ 90oF, 16 hours @ 70oF, 24 hours @ 50oF;  MAX: not critical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTips:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs EP-21 is ablative, it is important to apply an extra coat or two for extended service life. However, EP-21 costs much less than similar performing copper-based paints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP-21 is copper-free and will not promote electrolysis on prepared metal parts, white color will not patina stain, and paint wears nice and smooth. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsider using a little EPaint \u003ca title=\"EPaint EP-13 Thinner\" href=\"http:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/collections\/boat-antifouling-paint\/products\/ep-13-thinner\"\u003eEP-13\u003c\/a\u003e thinner to help reduce viscosity for improved application, better coverage, and cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEP-21 does not contain a biocide and it is not considered an antifouling coating. Some maintenance scrubbing may be required to keep boat bottom clean if boat sits but growth is readily removed with little effort as long as paint is on the hull.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdditional Technical Information:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor technical data sheet, click \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/files\/EP-21_Technical_Bulletin_Web_2010-05.pdf?4160\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ePaint","offers":[{"title":"Quart","offer_id":12167129301100,"sku":"EP21-401-Q","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gallon","offer_id":12167129333868,"sku":"EP21-401-G","price":210.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0118\/2262\/products\/EPaint_EP-21-401_White_b32a58b5-4e4e-4368-97a7-c14214ce94cd.jpg?v=1595119844","url":"https:\/\/www.smsdistributors.com\/products\/epaint-ep21-boat-bottom-paint-release-coating-white-ep-21-401","provider":"SMSDistributors.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}