As a boat owner, you know that protecting your vessel against biofouling is essential to keeping it in good condition. However, constantly replacing anti-fouling coatings can be a costly and time-consuming process. That's where BARNACIDE® comes in. Our patented anti-fouling coating technology is designed to last at least 5 years, significantly longer than the competition. And not only will it save you money in the long run, but it will also help protect the environment by reducing the use of harmful chemicals.
Applied as a two-layer coating, with or without a primer, BARNACIDE® is easy to use and can be brushed on, rolled on, or sprayed on. For metal boats, the inner layer may be a primer layer. The outer layer initially repels the biofouling organism, while the inner layer eliminates any remaining biofouling organism. The two layers together help prevent cosmetic, chemical, biological, and mechanical damage to the submerged surface.
Unlike traditional ablative paints, BARNACIDE® is designed to not decompose or release biologically active agents into the surrounding water. The coating is polyurethane-based for most applications, and fluorourethane-based for low friction, high-performance applications. This means that the coating does not leech into the surrounding water, making it a safer and more environmentally friendly option.
But how does BARNACIDE® actually save boat owners money? By lasting at least 5 years, BARNACIDE® eliminates the need for frequent anti-fouling coating replacements. This saves you time and money in the long run, as well as reducing the amount of waste produced by traditional anti-fouling coatings. It's important to regularly inspect the coating and the hull of the boat to determine when it needs to be reapplied. According to some estimates, traditional anti-fouling coatings may need to be reapplied every 1-3 years, while BARNACIDE® is designed to last at least 5 years. This means that over a 5-year period, a boat owner using BARNACIDE® may only need to apply the coating once, whereas they would need to apply traditional anti-fouling coatings two or three times, depending on the type of coating used. Based on these estimates, it is reasonable to say that BARNACIDE® can potentially save boat owners over 50% of the cost of traditional anti-fouling coatings, as well as the cost of application, over a 5-year period.
In conclusion, investing in BARNACIDE® can save you money in the long run by reducing the need for frequent anti-fouling coating replacements, as well as preventing cosmetic and mechanical damage to your boat. And with its eco-friendly, non-leeching formula, BARNACIDE® is a safer and more sustainable choice for boat owners. For more information regarding BARNACIDE® products, contact us at support@barnacide.com
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