Odd question regarding paint, and clear coats.

[Chris]

On a whim I let someone slap a paint job on my 16ft drift boat. In my opinion it turned out insanely awesome. Now I am researching how to preserve this art piece. She used normal acrylic paint on a primed surface. After hours of researching online I have no real options figured out. I am very interested in the " Nyalic" UV resistant clear coat. It says suitable for painted surfaces but I am worried it could eat right through. I know you guys probaly do not see many boats painted using acrylic but I am wondering if anyone has any thoughts on the matter? I fish this boat very hard throughout Michigan winters so I am looking for a quality product.  Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks.

[Phillip Westendorf]

Chris,

Be careful as Varnishes such as Epifanes add a golden hue to it after it is applied.  It might dis-color your light colors on the beautiful paint job.  Get a hold of a reputable Paint supplier and see if they can hook you up with some of their paint manufactures (suppliers) and see what they recommend.

Offhand I'd second Rick's recommendation as Auto Clear Coat is used on Acrylic Enamels on Cars these days.  I'd think it would stand a better chance of staying "Clear".

Either way get your wallet out, it's going to be a little pricey.

Dorf