Save on Hempel Broads with this bundle of 2 x 2.5L tins, giving you 5L in total. It's a practical option for boats that need more than one tin for their hull repaint. Hempel Broads is a self-polishing antifoul paint that provides seasonal fouling protection. The antifouling paint is recommended for boats used in cold to mild waters.
Apply this Hempel antifoul with a brush, paint roller or paint pad. It is suitable for glass fibre, wood, plywood and steel boats at cruising speeds. Do not use it on aluminium or other light alloys, as direct contact may cause corrosion. The final colour develops after about one week in the water.
How do I apply Hempel Broads?
Apply with a brush, paint roller and paint pad.
How long should I leave between coats of Hempel Broads?
Four hours at 20°C, eight hours at 10°C.
When will Hempel Broads be touch dry?
Four hours at 20°C, eight hours at 10°C. Drying times double at a drop of 10°C and halve at a rise of 10°C.
What coverage can I expect from Hempel Broads?
The theoretical spreading rate is approximately 12.5m² per litre per coat at the specified film thickness.
What temperatures are suitable for applying Hempel Broads?
It is recommended that the antifoul is applied with the temperature at least 5°C. Do not apply in direct sunlight.
How soon can I launch after applying Hempel Broads?
A minimum of 24 hours and a maximum of two weeks.
What boat speeds is Hempel Broads suitable for?
It is intended for boats operating at cruising speeds, typically up to 15 knots. For vessels regularly travelling above 20 knots, Hempel recommends three coats.
Which primer should I use with Hempel Broads?
Other notes:
- Allow approximately one week of immersion for the final colour to develop.
- If you only need one tin, Hempel Broads 2.5L is also available individually.
Useful links:
Hempel Antifoul Guide.
Hempel Broads Antifoul Product Data Sheet.
Hempel Broads Antifoul Safety Data Sheet.
