One of the aesthetic items that we recognized right off was the state of the main bulkhead in the head. (For the non-sailors, we call the bathroom or wash closet on a boat “The Head.”) Not only was it stained but this is the smallest space on the boat and we wanted to brighten it up a bit. We decided to paint it with a white alkyd enamel paint and instal a large acrylic mirror.
To prepare the bulkhead I removed all the hangers, wires, and miscellaneous things attached to it and sanded it down. After sanding I applied a primer – its debatable whether this is needed but being on a boat we are already in a moist environment but the head is probably the most humid and wet place so I wanted to make 100% sure of a good bond between the paint and wood. Also, coming from an art background I could just not get my head around painting on an un-primed surface with an oil based paint, I just couldn’t do it.
After priming and applying four coats of the alkyd enamel we are almost there! Now to just clean up the rest of the head!
I’m with you on using primer. I’ve used both Interlux Yacht Enamel and Petit EasyPoxy. I find the EasyPoxy easier to work with and think it gives a nicer finish.
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