IMRON on the hull

[zimmjas]

Has anyone ever had IMRON applied to their hull? Anyone with either good or bad experiences? Could you recommend a place that can apply it?

[mansfieldsign]

I have had several fiberglass truck caps sprayed with (Black) Imron,Dupont Product, and the durability/finish is excellent. Basic color options only.
Big Trucks are still painted with it because a clear coat is not required to achieve the deep shine and hard use protection.
I do have friends that have had older hulls painted with it and the results again, are very good However, I recently lettered some lobster boats this year that where refinished with Awlgrip, expensive but an outstanding finish. . I'm not sure how the 2 compare OTW though. If I were to choose Imron paint I would check with a TRUCK Body Shop to spray it depending on the size of the boat so they can get it in a spray booth. Most regular car shops don't use it and the booth might be too small.
PREP. IS EVERYTHING, if you use a bodyshop make sure they fully understand the quality level you expect for your hard earned money.

PM me if you need some specific info, I'll try to help you or find a contact who can.

[steve brownell]

Imron is great paint, but it sands like cement. I have sprayed it, but one should wear a breather-pack if your applying it that way. Have not brushed it, but I understand that the Sterling line of paints roll and "tip-out" well.

[scruffy_fish]

Very tuff finish and difficult to paint, in that you should really be fully suited up with a respirator pack an air controled booth. Most shops stay away from it for that reason. If you do find a shop ask for a reference of their work and check it out.

[dusty]

Imron is a two part linear polyurathane paint, not really any different from Awlgrip or any othe "marine" LPU. I've done a fair amount of awlgrip/LPU work as a boatbuilder, and it is really not something that you want to deal with yourself. LPU's contain isocyanates which cause braindamage. When sprayed you need to use supplied air, which is expensive. Rolling or brushing, you can use a respirator with a gas/vapor filter, however you will still feel light headed after using the stuff...even with the respirator. All that aside, the finish is excellent and durable. Most custom yachts you see sailing around are basically painted with Imron.