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> I am repainting my boat and remembering by trial and error how to apply a
> good even, non bumpy uniform layer. After putting on one layer, I am
> redoing top. The bottom was not smooth (some unpopped bubbles and other
> minor irregularities). I wetsanded with some very fine grit paper and
> smoothed it out. Not surprisingly, however, the glossy sheen is now gone
> (although it is smooth). I am tempted not to redo it since I don't really
> care what the bottom looks like (it looks good enough), but am just
> wondering if the glossy finish that is not gone serves any functional
> purpose.
> Thanks, Dave Walker
Hey Dave, after checking with my Petit rep and following up with Interlux to confirm, they both said the paint losing its gloss was due to abrasives and not to worry about its affect on the overall durability of the paint. HOWEVER, using a satin or semigloss paint would not be the same. The additives they use to soften the look of the paint reduce its durability significantly. They suggested staying with the gloss and letting time take care of the shine, or sanding it with a high grit paper (220) to knock down some of its gloss. They also recomended against using any of the additives to soften the gloss, as it also softens the paint. Hope this helps, happy building. TomP
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