Buy 2 x 2.5L tins of Hempel Classic together and save compared with buying them separately. This bundle contains 5 litres of antifouling paint. Hempel Classic is a polishing antifouling paint for boats used mainly in cold waters. By helping keep the hull clear of fouling, it can also help limit fuel consumption. This Hempel antifoul is touch dry in approximately four hours at 20°C. Drying generally takes longer as the temperature falls and less time as it rises.
Apply with a brush or roller, or by airless spray for professional application. Additional brush or roller coats may be needed to achieve the specified film thickness. Allow at least 24 hours before launching and check the data sheet for the interval at your working temperature. The final shade develops approximately one week after immersion.
How do I apply Hempel Classic?
Use a paint brush, roller or airless spray equipment. Spray application is for professionals. More brush or roller coats may be needed to reach the recommended film thickness.
How long should I leave between coats of Hempel Classic?
If applied at 10°C, eight hours. If applied at 20°C, four hours.
When will Hempel Classic be touch dry?
At 20°C, four hours. At 10°C, eight hours. Drying times double at a drop of 10°C and half at a rise of 10°C.
What coverage can I expect from Hempel Classic?
The linked product data sheet quotes a theoretical spreading rate of 12.5m² per litre at the specified film thickness, or approximately 31.25m² from a 2.5L tin for one coat.
What temperatures are suitable for applying Hempel Classic?
Check the application conditions on the tin and product data sheet. The linked data sheet specifies a minimum application temperature of 5°C.
How soon can I launch after applying Hempel Classic?
It is recommended that you wait a minimum of 24 hours to launch your boat back into water and do not wait any longer than a month.
What boat speeds is Hempel Classic suitable for?
The Hempel Classic Antifoul is recommended for boats that can reach speeds of up to 15 knots.
Which primer should I use with Hempel Classic?
Other notes:
- The final colour develops approximately one week after the boat is immersed.
- If you only need one tin, Hempel Classic 2.5L is also available individually.
Useful links:
Hempel Antifoul Guide.
Hempel Classic Antifoul Product Data Sheet.
Hempel Classic Antifoul Safety Data Sheet.
