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Default Paint for aluminum boat?
On 2 Jul 2006 04:18:27 -0700, wrote:

I have an aluminum Jon boat painted with the traditional Olive Green.
The painted surfaces get extremely hot to the touch in the hot,
afternoon sunlight. Is there a paint available for metal surfaces that
stays cool to the touch in direct sunlight? Thanks, Mike Howard

Two approaches come to mind:
1) paint white or silver to reduce absorption
or
2) cover with thermal insulation
You might consider a trailer/roof coating. This is thick and white
and might do the job well. There are also apparently custom coats
specially formulated for insulation.

Brian Whatcott Altus OK
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