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First recorded activity by BoatBanter: Dec 2010
Location: Marina del Rey, California (Los Angeles)
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Originally Posted by Uncle Bob[_2_] View Post
I'm learning how to spray boat bottoms but I get over lapping vertical
stripes. Does anyone have any tips to avoid this?
Cover 1/2 of your previous pass and start and end with a wide mask, so your coverage on the ends is even. Resist the temptation to lay a thick layer - Multiple, thin layers are vastly better because they won't run, puddle, etc. and are just more even. Also, the amount of thinner is a lot more in a sprayer than with a brush or roller - up to 70%, depending on a large number of factors. Read instructions on paint manufacturers' websites - Their tutorials are terrific! Best wishes!
- Jerr