PropGlide Specialty Coating & Paints

PropGlide Specialty Coatings: A Smarter Approach to Propeller Protection

When marine fouling is left unchecked, even a thin layer of algae or barnacles on a propeller can rob a vessel of speed, strain the engine, and drive up fuel costs. PropGlide® takes a fundamentally different approach than traditional antifouling paints, making it one of the most distinctive products in the Specialty Coating & Paints category.

Foul-Release, Not Antifouling — that distinction matters. PropGlide® is not a prop antifoulant; it is a foul-release coating that contains no harmful biocides and performs because it creates a super slick surface. Rather than relying on toxic chemicals to kill marine organisms, PropGlide® foul-release coatings are non-toxic and create a low-friction surface that makes it difficult for marine organisms to attach to the propeller, while also reducing drag and improving fuel efficiency.

Years of R&D Behind Every Kit

PropGlide USA Corp began its innovation in 2006 to develop a coating that would solve the issue of fouling on props and running gear while providing an affordable solution to owners. Taking over 10 years of R&D across three continents, PropGlide® perfected its formulation and lowered its cost before being officially introduced into several markets globally in 2016. That long development timeline is reflected in a coating formula engineered to bond reliably to propeller metals and running gear — a surface type where standard antifouling paints notoriously struggle to adhere.

What PropGlide Specialty Coatings Deliver

• Speed & RPM Gains: PropGlide® dramatically reduces drag on the propeller and running gear caused by even the smallest fouling, allowing boaters to achieve higher RPM and vessel speed.
• Improved Fuel Efficiency: Clean props and running gear make for lower loads on the engine, resulting in less fuel burned.
• Environmentally Responsible: PropGlide® is non-toxic, biocide-free, and requires less frequent maintenance, making it an environmentally friendly option.
• DIY-Friendly Application: PropGlide® is easy to apply for do-it-yourselfers and not just for the professional applicator. Kits typically include everything needed to coat the propeller and associated running gear such as shafts and struts.
• Self-Cleaning in Motion: PropGlide is biocide-free and relies on its super slick coating to prevent fouling from firmly attaching; any fouling that does form is released by the water pressure developed while running the boat.

Choosing the Right PropGlide Kit

PropGlide offers kits sized for a range of vessels, from single outboards to large multi-prop commercial vessels. PropGlide provides a Coverage Guide and Application Instructions to help boaters decide which kit to purchase. Coverages are best estimates, and kits typically contain enough product to also coat associated running gear such as shafts and struts. Larger or multiple propellers may require more than one kit. Whether you're maintaining a weekend runabout or a working vessel, there's a PropGlide specialty coating solution built to fit your running gear configuration.

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