The steps to apply anti-fouling bottom boat paint are different for brand-new boats, as opposed to older boats needing a recoat, because new boats need the wax used to free them from the mold removed.

Selecting the right anti-fouling bottom paint will increase ­efficiency throughout your season and keep your overall maintenance costs down as well.

If barnacles, slime and plant growth gain a foothold on your boat’s bottom, performance will suffer. Your best line of defense: antifouling paints. These come in a variety of types to suit different ...