Marine Primers

3 products
  • Cold Galve - Zinc Rich Primer

    £69.00
    £69.00
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    • Application By Brush Roller & Suitable Spray
    • Fast Dry Time In as Little as 2-4 Hours Touch Dry
    • High Chemical & Anti corrosion Protective Coating for Metal
    • Sacrificial Primer Coating
    • 2.5L Size(s)
    • Multi-Buy Discounts
    • Free Delivery Available
    • 1 Sizes
  • Two Pack Epoxy Zinc Rich Primer High Anti-corrosion Metal Paint

    from £77.00
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    • Application By Brush Roller & Suitable Spray
    • Fast Dry Time In as Little as 2-4 Hours Touch Dry
    • High Chemical & Anti corrosion Protective Coating for Metal
    • Sacrificial Primer Coating
    • 5L / 2.5L / 1L Size(s)
    • Multi-Buy Discounts
    • Free Delivery Available
    • 3 Sizes
  • Two Pack Epoxy MIO Metal Primer

    from £58.00
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    • Application By Brush Roller & Suitable Spray
    • Fast Dry Time In as Little as 2-4 Hours Touch Dry
    • Highly waterproof Protective Coating for Metal
    • Waterproofing With Interlocking Platelet Primer Finish Coating
    • 5L / 2.5L / 1L Size(s)
    • Multi-Buy Discounts
    • Free Delivery Available
    • 3 Sizes

At TA Paints, we offer a comprehensive range of marine primers formulated for steel, aluminium, GRP/fibreglass, timber and composite marine surfaces. Primers and undercoats are an essential part of preparing your boat for painting, helping your topcoat grip properly and stay protected for longer. Our marine primer paints suit bare metal surfaces along with previously painted areas that need a more reliable foundation. Explore our full range of marine primers today.

Boat Primers

Our Marine Primers are perfect for boats and barges, providing fantastic adhesion, hardness. Our primers have high anti-corrosive properties, making them perfect for all marine applications. TA Paints are the UK’s leading manufacturer and supplier of industrial and commercial paints. We offer unmatched product quality at more than competitive prices. Our marine and metal primers are available in a number of colours and can be manufactured in 1, 2.5 or 5 litre cans. Buy in bulk to qualify for our discount scheme, and enjoy fast delivery to anywhere in the UK.

As with all of our product ranges, if you buy from our marine primers range you will benefit from fast nationwide delivery. Our durable primers are fast to dry, suitable for a number of substrates and can be brushed, sprayed or rolled. Our primers are versatile, and offer you support for any renovation project in which metals, wood or fibreglass are involved. Whether you require a general undercoat primer for wood or metal or need something tough for boats or barges, we have the solution for you. Shop the marine primers today at TA Paints.

FAQs

What is the best marine primer?

The best marine primer is epoxy-based, such as Zinc Phosphate, Zinc Rich and MIO (Micaceous Iron Oxide). The marine epoxy primers are the best for anti-corrosive and waterproofing protection especially if they are painted below waterline, but would only be used on metal. Epoxy primers are not suitable for wood or to go over any existing single pack paints. The best marine primer to use will also depend on the substrate and what type of protection you need. A Two-Pack Epoxy Fiberglass primer is the most suitable option for bare fibreglass.

What is the best primer for a fiberglass boat?

The best primer for a fibreglass boat is either a single-pack or two-pack epoxy fibreglass primer. If you are painting below the water line the Two Pack Epoxy Fibreglass primer is recommended.

Is boat primer waterproof?

No, a boat primer is not waterproof on its own. Primers are designed to promote adhesion and provide corrosion protection, but they are not fully waterproof. A primer only becomes waterproof once a compatible topcoat is applied as part of a complete paint system.

Can I use marine paint primers above and below the waterline?

Yes all single-pack and two-pack epoxy primers can be used above and below the water line. Two-Pack Epoxy primers are always recommended to be used below the water line as they will not soften if the substrate is in the water for a long period of time.

How long does marine primer take to dry and when can I overcoat?

Marine primers must be left to dry for the appropriate time before applying the overcoat. Below are the recommended drying times for our marine primer paints:

  • Single-pack fibreglass primer - overcoat after 1 hour and within 4 hours. If you go over 4 hours it will need to be left 12 hours after as the coating can attack itself.
  • Single pack marine metal primer - overcoat 12-24 hours.
  • Two Pack Epoxy - overcoat 12-24 hours.

All primers must be overcoated with a compatible topcoat.