Paints

Color Coated

Four years later, Interlux and Epifanes make the cut.

The Bottom Paint Report

Seahawk Monterey, Interlux Micron Optima score highest in our test.

The Brush Keeper

Poke your head up the hatch after waking up on board on a crystal clear morning in Port Townsend, WA's Point Hudson marina and...

White Paint Match-up

White bottom paints look good, but can they do the job?

Bottom Paint 2005

The top paints from previous years, like Micron 66, get split decisions this year. Interlux's Trilux II comes in as the surprise top performer—too bad it's only available in Canada. Pettit's Hydrocoat and a paint from Blue Water did well in both Florida and Connecticut waters.

Teak Treatment All-Stars Finale

Epifanes outperforms the glossy all-stars, while Sikkens' Cetol bests all the synthetics, oils, and stains for the top matte finish.

Bottom Paint 2004

Interlux's Micron 66 takes the laurels this year, with Pettit's Trinidad SR and two E-Paints on its heels—and for less money.

Underwater Metal Coatings: Test Results

Most of the test samples fared surprisingly well. Some were easier to prepare than others. All will benefit from an occasional sponging-off.

Topside Paint Finale

At the end of two years, after a hard life and no protection from the elements, the paints on our 'Bracelet' are given a final rating.

Teak Treatment All-Stars After Six Months

Half a year in New England weather, '03 (cold and wet, followed by dank and muggy) has separated the contestants in the field.

Why Is This 46 Foot Sailboat So Cheap? Hunter 460 Review

Is the Hunter 460 really one of the best-value cruising sailboats on the used market? In this video, we take a deep, honest look...

Latest Sailboat Review

Jeanneau 65 Used Boat Review

From the drawing board of Philippe Briand, a renowned marine architect over the past four decades, comes the Jeanneau Yachts 65. This boat is...