{"product_id":"vc-17m","title":"Interlux VC-17M Antifouling Bottom Paint","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"classyunicodedone\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux VC-17M\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntifouling Boat Bottom Paint\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Formula as of April 2022 - Biolux is no longer included in the VC17m formula. This new formula is compatible with VC17m Extra and delivers similar performance.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux VC17 Bottom Paint\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis Only Available for Sale in the following states: NY, PA, OH, MI, WI, MN, IL, IN, SC, MD, CT, ME, MA, RI, NJ, DE, NC, GA, TX, OR, VT, KY, KS, AZ, AL, MS, NH, WV, TN, AR, OK, NV, AK, NE\u0026lt;\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterlux VC-17M is a high-performance antifouling paint. Its specially formulated fluoro micro-additive provides a thin film finish. This additive also reduces both friction and drag. VC17M dries fast to a hard and very smooth surface that is ideal for racing. Interlux VC-17M bottom paint also dries to a smooth finish in far less time than competitor’s products which require days to sand and reapply their product. Additionally, VC17m provides antifouling protection in fresh water or low-fouling salt water, against zebra mussels and other marine organisms known to cause fouling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in quart size and four popular colors, note that Interlux VC-17’s color may change after several weeks of immersion. (See chart below.) Applying VC-17M bottom paint is easy and drying time is minimal. This means less downtime and quicker re-launch of your boat. This product can also be used on inflatables to extend their service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterlux VC-17m bottom paint provides thin film antifouling protection- ideal for racing sailboats and powerboats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluoro micro-additive produces low friction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for use in fresh and low-fouling saltwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso recommended for Inflatables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePack Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e1 US Quart. Not Available in Gallons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eV105U Original, V106U Blue, V107U Red, V103U Black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"78\" width=\"451\" alt=\"Interlux VC 17M Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint Colors\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/2022-vc17-colors.jpg\" title=\"Interlux VC 17M Antifouling Boat Bottom Paint Colors\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInterlux VC 17m changes color after several weeks of immersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV105U (Original): At application - copper bronze. Changes to brownish gray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV106U (Blue): At application - dark copper bronze. Changes to dark blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV107U (Red): At application - reddish copper bronze. Changes to bright burnt red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eV103U (Black): At application - dark copper bronze. Changes to black.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr width=\"100%\" size=\"2\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssociated Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-special-marine-paint-thinner-brush-or-spray.html\"\u003eSpecial Thinner 216\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- To ease the application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-fiberglass-solvent-boat-wash-wax-remover.html\"\u003eFiberglass Solvent Wash 202\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- To clean bare fiberglass prior to application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/fiberglass-surface-prep-qt.html\"\u003eFiberglass Surface Prep YMA601\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e- Water-based cleaner for bare fiberglass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInterlux VC 17m may be used in tandem with all antifouling paints. For best results from Interlux VC 17m antifouling bottom paint, first, remove all soft paints and any paint in poor condition from the surface to be treated. Hard paints that are in good condition may be overcoated with VC 17m bottom paint, but must be sanded thoroughly to a smooth surface prior to applying VC 17m. To prepare an optimal surface, sand first with 80-grit sandpaper and work successively up the grades to 320-grit sandpaper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"center\"\u003e\u003chr width=\"100%\" size=\"2\" align=\"center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"classyunicodedone\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterlux VC17\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003em\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInitially, in the first season and in low fouling, cold saltwater, three coats should be applied, then two coats every season after. For boats in freshwater, apply two coats initially, then one coat every season thereafter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Method\u003c\/strong\u003e: Airless Spray or Roller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Coats:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e2 Coats Minimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoverage:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e91 sq. ft. \/ quart (roller)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e45°F Min. \/ 95°F Max.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThinner:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eInterlux 216 Special Thinner 10% by volume maximum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply VC17m bottom paint using a short nap roller or 4-6-inch airless spray gun (full pressure, 60-70 thou. tip). For ease of application using rollers, add up to 10% thinner to the paint tray. If rolling, use small amounts of paint poured into a steel roller tray. Roll quickly and in one direction only. If using a sprayer, keep the nozzle 6-8 inches from the hull. NOTE: Do not use conventional spray equipment as this may result in dry spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Times\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTouch Dry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOvercoating Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"174\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLaunch Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e60°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e5 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e10 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"174\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e20 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e77°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e3 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e10 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"174\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e15 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"74\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e95°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e2 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"237\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e10 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"174\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e10 mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurfaces previously painted with Interlux VC 17m or VC17m Extra (in good condition) should be cleaned with fresh water. Sand any loose or flaking paint with 320 grit sandpaper and wipe off sanding residue with Special Thinner 216.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously Painted Surfaces:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the surface and allow it to dry completely prior to the application of VC 17m. Sand areas that are loose or flaking with 320 grade (grit) paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo clean, use Special Thinner 216. With conventional antifouling paint complete removal is best but if this is not possible, start sanding with 80 grade (grit) paper and progressively sand with finer grades until the final sanding with 320 grade (grit).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove any sanding residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBare Fiberglass:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsing mild soap and water and a stiff brush, clean and prepare the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse with fresh water. Wipe with Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSand with 320 grade (grit) paper. Wipe clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBare Wood:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean surface. Sand with 80-100 grit sandpaper and wipe to remove sanding residue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteel Hulls:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e(Keels \u0026amp; Hulls) Blast to a near white metal surface (Sa 2½).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Fiberglass Solvent Wash 202 to clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait one hour then overcoat with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-interprotect-2000e-epoxy-marine-barrier-coat-kit-79094.html\"\u003eInterProtect 2000E\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethinned 10-15% with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/interlux-reducing-solvent-for-marine-spray-applications-quart.html\"\u003eReducing Solvent 2316N\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor an optimal outcome, ensure that care is taken in surface preparation, the application technique, and the number of coats applied. Do not skip any recommended steps in this procedure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor best results, make certain that a uniform film is achieved and that the recommended number of coats are applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly apply to clean, dry, properly prepared surfaces. Sand all bare surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply VC 17m over graphite antifoulings. Do not apply over soft antifouling paints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not apply Interlux VC 17m over aluminum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholesalemarine.com\/content\/PDFs\/Interlux_VC17_Application_Instructions.pdf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg height=\"60\" width=\"60\" alt=\"pdficon.png\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/product_images\/uploaded_images\/pdficon.png\" title=\"pdficon.png\" class=\"__mce_add_custom__\"\u003eClick Here to Download the Interlux VC 17m Technical Datasheet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Residents:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg class=\"warningImg\" alt=\"warning sign\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn11.bigcommerce.com\/s-6rtev5owwo\/stencil\/7a6987c0-e35a-013e-5580-6a7fee461443\/e\/4e5d3560-dab8-013e-a88a-12df8f8cb346\/img\/warning.png\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm -\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca class=\"productWarning\" href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003eP65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Interlux Paint","offers":[{"title":"BLACK \/ Qt","offer_id":43098116391046,"sku":"ILX-V103UKIT","price":91.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"BLUE \/ Qt","offer_id":43098116423814,"sku":"ILX-V106UKIT","price":91.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"ORIGINAL \/ Qt","offer_id":43098116456582,"sku":"ILX-V105UKIT","price":91.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0650\/2819\/4438\/files\/VC17m-New-2022__11393.jpg?v=1770147507","url":"https:\/\/truewindmarine.com\/products\/vc-17m","provider":"True Wind Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}