Hempel/Blakes Bilge and Locker is a single pack high opacity semi-gloss topcoat, specially formulated for easy application and an exceptionally durable finish with high water and oil resistance making an ideal boat bilge and locker topcoat.
With good adhesion qualities Hempel/Blakes Bilge and Locker paint is very robust and durable leaving a good clean surface that can be wiped clean quite easily.
Before applying a coat of Hempel/Blakes Bilge and Locker paint it is advisable to degrease and clean areas with Hempel/Blakes Surface Cleaner to allow for good adhesion.
Keeping the engine bay clean is an effective way to prevent damage to vital components. By ensuring the engine bay is clean and kept in good condition it can be easier to find potential problems arising before emergency repair, while cruising, is necessary. Oil or fuel leaks, which can be very dangerous, and engine water leaks can potentially be highlighted more easily with a quick visual check.
Some boat safety schemes require a well maintained bilge area for both the protection and safety of the vessel and also the safety and well being of the environment you are cruising in.
Hempel is the new name of the famous British brand Blakes Paints; the name change happened in January 2011.
Quantity | 750ml |
Coverage | 11m²/L |
Film Thickness | 40 micron (dry) / 90 micron (wet) |
Touch Dry at 10°C | 6 Hours |
Touch Dry at 20 °C | 3 Hours |
Working Time at 10°C | Minimum 16 Hours / Maximum 6 Days |
Working Time at 20°C | Minimum 8 Hours / Maximum 3 Days |
Thinners & Tool Cleaner | Thinners No.1 (811) |
Although care is taken to match paint colours as accurately as possible, digital colour displays can alter the appearance of colours and does not allow exact colour reproduction. We suggest that you check for accuracy before applying.