Here I quickly show how to DIY apply ceramic coating on a boat (Save you about $2,000-$3,000 vs a pro application). I cover some of the considerations for prep; temperature; products; plus what ceramic will and will not do for you. If you want to skip the intro- fast forward (scrub) to 1:45. That’s where I apply. (For MORE DETAIL - like what you may NEED - scroll down farther where I talk about what your specific boat may need .. i.e. New vs. Used boat, how much product you will need, removing water spots, etc.)
I have been using Marine Nano Shop products for a few years. (SEE DIY KITS Below).
Make SURE you practice on smaller, less noticeable areas before going all out on your project! This is not the same as waxing. If you don't wipe it off before it dries completely - you will have a permanent haze and have to start over on that area with a buffer. DO not apply over oxidized surfaces, or water spots. That makes it even harder to remove. Also- best to use 2 coats and let cure between coats (at least 24 hours).
Links:
Marine Nano Shop DIY Kits-
BASIC DIY Starter Kit [ Ссылка ] (This will only do 1 coat on a 20' boat hull below the gunnel - but not the bottom. Sides only. It's really only a way to try it out cheap, not a full blown ceramic application the way it should be done. Currently $149. But I recommend 2 coats *see below kits...
NEW BOAT DIY KIT [ Ссылка ] (This is what you need if your boat is new, not oxidized or water spotted, not faded, etc.) It comes with all you need to do 2+ coats. Currently $510.
USED BOAT DIY KIT [ Ссылка ] (If your boat has oxidation, spots, needs buffed, faded, this is what you need). It comes with what you need to revitalize the gel coat & apply 2+ coats. Currently $580. NOTE: IF your boat has water spots that cannot be removed with vinegar or buffing - then you will need the "MineralX".
MineralX (WATER SPOT REMOVER) - [ Ссылка ] This is the alternative to buffing. But it is only recommended to use on non-oxidized, non-scratched gel coat. So if you have oxidized or scratched gel-coat - you will need to buff it first anyway.
Amazon DIY Kit: [ Ссылка ]
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:
1. NEW BOATS - Not been moored, no spots, no scratches yet, then you can just use the wipe down in the new boat kit to remove residual wax. Then apply. IF you have any water spots at all, swirl marks, light scratches - then you will need to buff it; then wipe down with the Pre-wipe provided. The new boat kits comes with product for either situation.
2. USED BOATS - Has been moored, has some spots, may have some oxidation & scratches - then the used boat kit comes with several compounds to get your gel-coat back to like new condition. Then it has same as new boat kit components.
3. NOT READY to SPEND $500? Then the DIY Starter Kit has enough product to let you test or try ceramic and see if it's worth it to you. The starter kit assumes you have already buffed your gel coat into reconditioned quality. The little bottle goes a long way - but I'd estimate only the sides below the gunnel - & the stern/bow -- but not enough to do topside or bottom.
4. HORRIBLE WATER SPOTS. If you have spots that vinegar, Hot Sauce or any other spot remover can remove - then you need MineralX spot remover (link above) - OR Polishing Compound that comes with the KITS. If you have oxidation, scratches AND spots - you need to just polish it out. The MineralX will be good to have on hand after ceramic coating because it eliminates the need to buff later.
I'll add some more videos as I remove spots, buff, etc. Please subscribe to follow & be notified of future videos.
