First Coat of Interlux Perfection

Yesterday, I applied my first coat of Interlux Perfection (Snow White).  This was my first time using the 2-Part paint.  The paint delivers a high gloss finish, but I decided that I did not want to draw attention to any imperfections, so I mixed it with the flattening agent at 1:1.   This ratio is supposed to result in a semi-gloss finish.

I think this ratio thinned the paint out as the coverage was fairly transparent.  Looks like it will take 3 coats.  I used the roll and tip method using a high density roller.  Not sure if I am pleased with the brush marks, I "think" I see, but again it is hard to tell given the transparency of the paint.

Not much to see in the pictures, but wanted to show my progress.  This is after sanding in preparation for the second coat.  I think I am going to cut the flattening agent in half on the next coat to get better coverage.  I will apply the non-skid on the third coat.  It was overcast this weekend, so I can't really gauge the gloss factor.  I can adjust on the 3rd coat.

The 3 lids for the stern extension.  I think I will be happy with these, once I put the non-skid coat.

By the way, I keep forgetting to mention that if you click on the pictures, you will be able to see them better.

I am happy with the "join" to the stern. It is pretty seamless.  I had some extra paint, so I extended into the cockpit.

You can see the fairing mix still visible after the first coat.

Extended the paint to the original roof. My goal is to finish this area and install the windows and then move down from there.

Close up of helm station.

Not much to say.  I think it is going to turn out pretty good.  I keep reminding myself that the guy on the video said not to be too expect great results with the first coat.  It gets better after the 2nd and 3rd.

Top of cabin roof.  The forward 2/3 will receive non-skid, while the aft 1/3 portion will not.  I want to discourage any walking on the aft portion.

Here is a shot of the stern extension area after I applied a primer coat and sanded down with 220 grit.  There are quite a few pin holes.  I just ordered some surfacing putty.  I am going to try some of that to fill in the pin holes, instead of mixing a batch or resin.

Here are the 2 holes from the bathroom filled in, primed and sanded.

I decided to prime and paint the frames of the 2 ports that will go on the new roof.  They were used and showing signs of paint fading.  I used an etching primer and several light coats of semi-gloss enamel.   Not sure if I will do the same for the original window frames.  I will be removing them and "rebuilding" them, so I may end up having them powder coated black, once I check on the price.  I am thinking that would last longer than etch prime and paint.

Here is the corner of my office.  This is all of the stuff that is just waiting to get installed. Electronics, ports, helm chair.  The big roll is the headliner.  I will actually be using it for the sides walls.  My plan is to use a PVC bead board material to line the roofs.