The survey was completed by almost 2,500 boat owners, the vast majority of whom paint their own boats with antifouling paint on an annual basis
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Deadline looms for surveys on DIY use of antifouling paints
Boat owners and professionals are urged to have their say on the DIY use of antifouling (AF) paints before the BCF survey ends on Monday, 30 November
DIY use of antifouling paints: more surveys launched
The surveys are designed to better understand the current use of antifouling paints by DIY users, and to raise their awareness over the possibility that authorities may decide to restrict…
The future of DIY antifouling: it’s apparently in your gloves
Antifouling paint product regulations set to change significantly over the next few years
November 2015
In the November 2015 issue of Practical Boat Owner...
Concern about DIY antifouling applications sparks survey
There is a concern that authorities may decide to restrict the application and use of antifouling (AF) paints to strictly professional applicators and organisations.
New marina initiative to reduce the risk of spreading invasive species
Haslar Marina in Portsmouth Harbour has teamed up with The Green Blue to run an initiative that aims to reduce the risk of boaters spreading invasive species...
Grate blacking propeller antifouling
Does black grate polish work as propeller antifouling? This reader finds out...
9 ways to keep your log impeller fouling-free
We received a deluge of responses when we asked how you keep your log impellers fouling-free. Here are 9 of the best...
Antifouling – how to remember how far you’ve got
It is amazing how crew always seem to disappear when boat maintenance time comes. I always end up painting the black antifouling of my Hanse 311 on my own! If…
Rubbing down antifouling?
Don't skimp on the wet/dry sandpaper
Thinking of antifouling in strong winds?
Might be time to reconsider
The Green Blue inland antifouling review
BMF/RYA joint programme invites contributions on inland waterways
Choosing the right roller for antifouling
Don't persevere with an inappropriate roller!
Stripping antifouling tip
How to keep moisture out and heat in...
When scraping off antifouling…
Be more rounded
Wet sanding antifouling tips
How to make a depressing job a little bit easier
Scrubbing off? Keep antifouling from the river
By using something every skipper has on board