Pettit Paint Pettit Antifouling Paint

For over 160 years, Pettit Paint has been at the forefront of marine coating innovation, and their antifouling paint lineup represents the culmination of that expertise. From high-copper ablatives to environmentally friendly water-based formulas, Pettit offers boat owners a comprehensive range of bottom paint solutions designed to combat marine growth in every water condition.

Industry-Leading Antifouling Technologies

Pettit's Hydrocoat Technology uses water to replace harsh solvents found in conventional antifouling paints, delivering an extremely low VOC content with a unique low-odor formula that allows for indoor application and unlimited dry time before launch. The ablative surface contains drag-reducing PTFE and is easily burnished for maximum hull speed, making it a favorite among performance-oriented boaters.

For those facing aggressive fouling conditions, Pettit's Odyssey 60 ablative antifouling bottom paint provides the highest copper content of any ablative available, delivering exceptional, multi-season performance. Its unique controlled erosion technology minimizes coating build-up while keeping underwater surfaces smooth, eliminating the need for repeated sanding between applications.

Hard and Hybrid Paint Solutions

The popular Pettit Trinidad line offers a hard antifouling finish, providing rock-solid defense against fouling organisms. These modified epoxy formulas excel in situations requiring abrasion resistance, such as trailered boats, racing sailboats, or vessels in high-traffic marinas. Pettit's Clean Core Technology creates an enhanced paint film that contains fewer heavy metals and allows more consistent biocide release, reducing heavy metals released into waters by up to 90% while delivering full antifouling protection.

The company's Vivid hybrid antifoulings combine the durability of hard paint with the self-renewing properties of ablatives, offering boat owners the best of both worlds. These formulas resist build-up while maintaining their protective properties through multiple haul-outs and dry storage periods.

Comprehensive Product Range

Pettit's antifouling portfolio spans ablative polymers, hard modified epoxies, hybrid formulations, and copper-free options featuring Econea biocide for aluminum compatibility. Whether you're protecting a coastal cruiser, a freshwater bass boat, or a commercial workboat, Pettit has engineered a bottom paint solution matched to your specific fouling pressure, boat usage pattern, and environmental requirements. Their proven track record of marine innovation ensures that your vessel's underwater protection benefits from decades of research and real-world testing.