Epifanes Waterline Paint
Epifanes Waterline Paint is a one-component, high-gloss coating for a painted boot stripe above the waterline. The 250 mL tin is suited to a narrow stripe without buying a large can of topside paint.
Where to use it
Use over a sound, well-adhering paint system on fibreglass, wood, steel or aluminium, with substrate-appropriate preparation and primers. Epifanes recommends positioning the boot stripe 5–10 cm above the boat’s fully loaded waterline to avoid constant immersion. This is not an antifouling coating or a substitute for an underwater paint system.
Colour and coverage
This page lists White, Black, Dark Blue, Bright Blue, Red and Jade Green in 250 mL tins. Select the colour option required; photographs are illustrative, not an exact colour match.
Epifanes North America estimates approximately 30–40 sq. ft. (3–4 m²) per 250 mL at a 1.5 mil dry film thickness. Actual coverage depends on surface condition, application and material losses; allow for each coat required by your paint system.
Application essentials
- Complete the appropriate hull primer/topcoat system and let it cure before masking and lightly sanding the stripe area.
- Distribute the paint evenly with a roller or long-haired soft brush. The Waterline Paint technical sheet says do not retip and do not apply wet-on-wet. Avoid heavy coats, direct sunlight and strong wind.
- Follow the product-specific technical sheet for application conditions, thinning and intermediate sanding. Allow each coat to dry, then lightly hand-sand as specified before recoating.
- The North American technical sheet gives an indicative 24-hour sandable/recoat time at 68°F (20°C), 65% relative humidity and its stated film thickness. Colder conditions, thicker coats and poor ventilation extend drying. Recoat time is not a full-cure or launch-time guarantee.
Product specifications
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Epifanes |
| Type | One-component yacht paint |
| Colours | Six colours (see variants) |
| Gloss | High gloss |
| Size | 250 mL |
| Thinner | Brush: Epifanes Brushthinner for Paint & Varnish |
| Sandable / recoatable | Indicative 24 hours at 68°F (20°C), 65% RH, 1.5 mil dry film; see technical sheet |
| Theoretical coverage | 150 ft² per litre at 1.5 mil dry film |
| VOC | 296 g/L |
Downloads and application guidance
- Download Noah’s Marine Epifanes Bootstripe & Waterline Painting Guide (PDF)
- Download Epifanes Waterline Paint Technical Data Sheet — North American edition, 2022 (PDF)
- Download Epifanes Waterline Paint Safety Data Sheet — 2021 (PDF)
Read the product label and Safety Data Sheet before use. Keep away from ignition sources, provide appropriate ventilation and use the protective equipment specified in the SDS.