Directions for

Application to Other Marine Surfaces

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The BKL® product is a self-adhered laminate. The outer layer contains a concentration of cuprous oxide (Cu2O) and zinc pyrithione that protects the laminate itself from fouling. The second layer (middle layer) is a moisture barrier. The third layer also acts as a moisture barrier while providing excellent laminate adhesion and easy removal when necessary. The BKL® laminate is designed to adhere to gel coated surfaces, vinyl/plastic, aluminum, and steel when applied as directed. No other use of the BKL® product is implied or recommended. Please contact the BoatKoat Laminates sales office at (352) 241-4656 for any additional questions concerning the use and/or application of the laminate.

General (Important):

  1. Do not apply to electrical components.
  2. Do not apply to leveling arms where the laminate could interfere with operations.
  3. Remove all grease, oil, dust, wax, and polish from the waterline down. Use soap and water. Rinse well and allow the surface to dry completely.
  4. Use a clean cloth, wipe the entire surface to be covered with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
  5. When overlapping the laminate, one-half inch along any edge is sufficient.
  6. Apply 20 pounds of pressure along the entire surface, including seam edges.
  7. Remove large air pockets.
  8. Do not stretch the laminate.
  9. Use lengths of the BKL that can be easily handled.
  10. Use scissors or razor to cut and trim the product prior to application.
  11. Remove the protective film prior to installing the next section of BKL®.
  12. Recycle protective film appropriately.
  13. Use anti-fouling paint of your choice to coat areas that BKL should not cover.


Other Marine Applications

Floats on portable docks:

  1. Remove all grease, oil, dust, water, wax, and polish from the waterline down using the appropriate removal product. The surface must be completely dry. Do not sand or abrade the surface of vinyl or plastic floats!
  2. Clean with soap and water, rinse thoroughly with fresh water, then let dry completely. Using a clean cloth, liberally wipe the entire surface to be covered with denatured alcohol and allow the hull to dry.

Boat Lifts:

  1. Remove all algae and crustacean build-up. Pressure washing is generally the preferred method.
  2. Remove all corrosion and oxidation.
  3. The surface finish must be smoother than or as smooth as a 80-grit surface preparation.
  4. Remove all grease, oil, dust, wax, and polish from the waterline down. Start by using soap and water. Rinse well with fresh water and allow the boat bottom to dry completely.
  5. Use a clean cloth, liberally wipe the entire surface to be covered with denatured alcohol, and allow to dry.
  6. If replacing previously applied BKL®, use only a flat scraper to assist with the peeling process. Remove any adhesive residue with denatured alcohol, safety solvent if necessary, and/or pressure washing.

Pilings:

  1. The BKL laminate is not suitable for rough finished wood.
  2. Many pilings have previously been covered with a vinyl/plastic wrap.
  3. Remove all algae and crustacean build-up.
  4. The surface finish must be smoother than or as smooth as a 80-grit surface preparation.
  5. Remove all grease, oil, dust, wax, and polish from the waterline down. Start by using soap and water. Rinse well with fresh water and allow the surface to dry completely.
  6. Use a clean cloth, liberally wipe the entire surface to be covered with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
  7. If replacing previously applied BKL®, use only a “plastic” scraper to assist with the peeling process. Remove any adhesive residue with denatured alcohol, safety solvent if necessary, and/or pressure washing.

***REMOVE PROTECTIVE FILM***

The BKL® product comes with a protective plastic film that covers the anti-fouling layer. The film protects the coating from damage and protects the applicator from contact with anti-fouling products. The clear film MUST be removed to expose the anti-fouling surface after each section of the BKL® product is applied.

Helpful Hint: Start the film removal process at a corner of the applied laminate that will be covered by the next section of anti-fouling material.