• TotalBoat JD Select Black Gallon
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Copper Biocide for Reliable Protection
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Trusted by DIY Boaters & Marine Pros
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Ablative Formula for Consistent Biocide Release
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Easy Application for Professional Results
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Paint Now, Launch Later
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Clean Up with Soap and Water
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Available in 4 Popular Colors
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Prime Bare Surfaces with TotalProtect for Maximum Adhesion
  • TotalBoat JD Select: Free Paint Suit & Supplies Included with Gallon Purchase
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SMOOTH APPLICATION & EASY CLEANUP

Low-VOC water-based bottom paint cleans up with soap and water
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SINGLE-SEASON ABLATIVE FORMULA

Apply on fiberglass, wood & steel hulls in salt or fresh water
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COPPER BIOCIDE FOULING PROTECTION

Medium copper load helps prevent growth in low-to-moderate fouling conditions
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BONUS SUPPLIES WITH GALLONS

Free paint suit, roller, tray, and prep tools with gallon orders

JD Select Water-Based Boat Bottom Paint

JD Select Water-Based Boat Bottom Paint

SKU: 283123
Water-based antifouling ideal for DIY boaters and boatyards with VOC restrictions. Apply on fiberglass, wood, or primed steel powerboats and sailboats for reliable single-season protection in low-to-moderate fouling conditions. Suitable for fresh, salt, and brackish waters. 25.5% Cpper biocide repels barnacles, zebra mussels, slime, and algae, while the ablative formula wears away gradually to release fresh biocide and reduce paint buildup. Simple soap & water cleanup.
$72.99 - $159.99
Color: Black
Size: Gallon
$159.99
$159.99
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SMOOTH APPLICATION & EASY CLEANUP

Low-VOC water-based bottom paint cleans up with soap and water
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SINGLE-SEASON ABLATIVE FORMULA

Apply on fiberglass, wood & steel hulls in salt or fresh water
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COPPER BIOCIDE FOULING PROTECTION

Medium copper load helps prevent growth in low-to-moderate fouling conditions
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BONUS SUPPLIES WITH GALLONS

Free paint suit, roller, tray, and prep tools with gallon orders
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Description

EXCELLENT SINGLE-SEASON ANTIFOULING PAINT 

JD Select is a water-based bottom paint, with a forgiving formula that applies smoothly and is easy to clean up using soap and water. An eco-friendly alternative to conventional solvent-based paints, JD Select features a medium copper load to help keep barnacles, slime, and algae at bay in fresh and salt water. Ideal for marinas and boatyards with VOC restrictions.

This ablative bottom paint wears away evenly for consistent biocide release while minimizing paint buildup. Designed for boats that stay in the water throughout the season, it’s a great choice for powerboats and sailboats in light-to-moderate fouling conditions.

GREAT RESULTS FOR DIY BOATERS AND MARINE PAINTERS

Whether you're painting your own boat or a professional working in a boatyard, JD Select delivers smooth, uniform finishes on properly prepared fiberglass, wood, and primed steel boat hulls. Use a 3/16" nap roller for even coverage and a foam or chip brush for detail work, or spray with conventional or airless equipment on larger surfaces. Because this bottom paint is water-based, it flows smoothly after stirring, but can be thinned with 5-10% water as needed for your painting conditions. Once the job is done, use soap and water to clean up without harsh solvents.

Not sure how much boat paint you’ll need? Try our simple antifouling paint calculator to estimate how much you'll need for your project.

PAINT AND LAUNCH THE SAME WEEKEND 

Depending on the temperature, JD Select dries in 1.5-6 hours so you can paint in one weekend. For best results, work in 50-90°F temps with <90% humidity. Dry time to launch ranges from 6-16 hours, so let cure overnight after you've applied your final coat.

Not ready to go into the water? Unlike hard antifouling paints, the biocide remains active with no max dry time window, offering more flexibility around prep and paint schedules during spring maintenance.

JD SELECT ANTIFOULING PAINT DETAILS

  • Water-based bottom paint with low VOCs for easier application and reduced environmental impact
  • Medium copper load (25.5%) helps prevent barnacles, slime, and algae for reliable single-season protection
  • Use on fiberglass, wood, and primed steel hulls in saltwater, freshwater, or brackish water
  • Compatible with existing ablative and hard bottom paints in good condition
  • Apply by brush, roller, or spray; thin up to 10% with water if needed
  • Smooth ablative finish can be burnished for improved hull performance
  • Soap and water cleanup with no harsh solvents required
  • Colors: Choose from Black, Blue, Green, and Red
  • Sizes: Available in Gallons and Quarts
  • Gallon Bonus: Each Gallon order includes a paint roller frame, recommended 3/16″ nap solvent-safe roller cover, metal tray, 10" stir stick, XL paint suit, 2" chip brush, a maroon abrasive pad, and a roll of 1" painter’s tape. For additional supplies, we also offer this Bottom Painting Supplies Kit separately.
  • Recommended Primer: TotalBoat TotalProtect Epoxy Barrier Coat Primer
  • Recommended Brush: Chip Brushes
  • Not for use on aluminum hulls - use TotalBoat AlumiPaint AF Aluminum Antifouling Paint or TotalBoat Krypton Copper-Free Bottom Paint on aluminum
  • Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protect from freezing.

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SPECIFICATIONS

TECHNICAL DATA

APPLICATION DATA
  • Substrates: Properly prepared wood, fiberglass, steel, iron, and previously painted substrates. Not for use on aluminum hulls. For aluminum and underwater metals, see TotalBoat Krypton copper-free bottom paint, TotalBoat AlumiPaint AF, and TotalBoat Outdrive AF.
  • Application Method: Brush (chip brush), Roll (3/16" nap or foam roller cover), Spray (conventional or airless)
  • Number of Coats: 1-2
  • Film Thickness (per Coat): 1.5 mils dry (3.75 mils wet)
  • Coverage: 500 square feet per gallon; 125 square feet per quart
  • Application Conditions: 50-90ºF, relative humidity 0-90%
  • Dry Time to Overcoat: 1.5 hours @ 90ºF, 3 hours @ 70º, 6 hours @ 50ºF
  • Dry Time to Launch: 6 hours @ 90ºF, 10 hours @ 70ºF, 16 hours @ 50ºF
  • Colors: Black, Blue, Green, Red
  • Sizes: Quart, Gallon
PHYSICAL DATA
  • Applicable Waters: Brackish, fresh, and salt water
  • Base: Water-based
  • Finish: Flat
  • Seasonal Protection: Single
  • Storage: Keep from freezing
  • Biocide: 25.25% Cuprous Oxide
  • Launch Window: There is no maximum dry time before launching.
PRIMER, THINNER, PREP & CLEANUP
  • Primer: TotalBoat TotalProtect Epoxy Barrier Coat Primer (Fiberglass, Steel, and Wood)
  • Thinner: Water, up to 10%
  • Surface Prep: TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100, TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep
  • Cleanup: Water
HOW IT COMPARES
  • TotalBoat JD Select Black Gallon

    JD Select Water-Based Boat Bottom Paint

  • Substrates:
  • Seasonal protection:
  • Applicable waters:
  • Colors available:
  • Water or solvent based?
  • Biocide:
  • Application methods:
  • Number of coats:
  • Primer:
  • Thinner:
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  • Units of measure:
  • THIS ITEM
  • TotalBoat JD Select Black Gallon

    JD Select Water-Based Boat Bottom Paint

  • Substrates: Fiberglass, wood, prepared steel/iron, previously painted surfaces in good condition (do not apply over tin, vinyl or Teflon)
  • Seasonal protection: Single
  • Applicable waters: Salt water & fresh water
  • Colors available: Black, Blue, Red, Green
  • Water or solvent based? Water
  • Biocide: Cuprous Oxide - 25.25%
  • Application methods: Brush, Roll, or Spray (airless or conventional)
  • Number of coats: 1-2
  • Primer: TotalBoat TotalProtect Epoxy Barrier Coat Primer (Fiberglass, Metals (except for Aluminum))
  • Thinner: Water
  • Cleanup: Water
  • Coverage: 500 sq ft/gal, 125 sq ft/qt
  • Application temperature/RH: 50-90ºF; 0-90% RH
  • Units of measure: Gallons and Quarts
  • TotalBoat Spartan Blue Gallon

    Spartan Multi-Season Boat Bottom Paint

  • Fiberglass, wood, steel/iron, and properly prepared previously painted substrates
  • Multi-season - apply at least one coat of Spartan per season of protection.
  • Salt water & fresh water
  • Black, Blue, Green, Red
  • Solvent
  • Cuprous Oxide - 37.50%
  • Brush, Roll, or Spray (airless or conventional)
  • 1-2
  • TotalBoat TotalProtect
  • TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100, for brushing and rolling applications; TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101, for spraying and cool weather brushing/rolling applications
  • TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep or TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100 or TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101
  • 500 sq ft/gal, 125 sq ft/qt
  • 50-90ºF; 0-90% RH
  • Gallons (all colors) and Quarts (Black and Blue only)
  • TotalBoat Krypton Copper-Free Antifouling Bottom Paint

    Krypton Copper-Free Boat Bottom Paint

  • Fiberglass, wood, steel/iron, aluminum, and properly prepared previously painted substrates
  • Single
  • Salt water & fresh water
  • Black, Blue, Green, Red, White
  • Solvent
  • Zinc Pyrithione: 4.80% and Tralopyril: 6.00%
  • Brush, Roll, or Spray
  • 1-2
  • TotalBoat TotalProtect or TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat
  • TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100, for brushing and rolling applications; TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101, for spraying and cool weather brushing/rolling applications
  • TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep or TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100 or TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101
  • 500 sq ft/gal, 125 sq ft/qt
  • 50-90ºF; 0-90% RH
  • Gallons (all colors) and Quarts (Black, Blue, and White only)
  • TotalBoat Underdog Boat Bottom Paint Black Gallon

    Underdog Boat Bottom Paint

  • Fiberglass, wood, steel/iron, and properly prepared previously painted substrates
  • Single
  • Salt water & fresh water
  • Black, Blue, Red
  • Solvent
  • Cuprous Oxide - 23.70%
  • Brush, Roll, or Spray (airless or conventional)
  • 2
  • TotalBoat TotalProtect
  • TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100, for brushing and rolling applications; TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101, for spraying and cool weather brushing/rolling applications
  • TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep or TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100 or TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101
  • 500 sq ft/gal
  • 40-90ºF; 0-90% RH
  • Gallon

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WHAT MOST PEOPLE ASK

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What types of boats can this antifouling paint be used on?

    JD Select can be used on fiberglass, wood, primed steel and previously painted surfaces in good conditions. This water-based bottom paint performs best in moderate fouling conditons on powerboats and sailboats that spend extended time in the water.

  • Can I use JD Select on aluminum boats?

    No, this paint contains copper and should not be used on aluminum boats due to the risk of galvanic corrosion. For aluminum and underwater metals, see TotalBoat Krypton copper-free bottom paint, TotalBoat AlumiPaint AF aluminum bottom paint, and TotalBoat Outdrive AF spray.

  • Is this paint safe for all water types?

    JD Select offers single-season protection against barnacles, slime, and algae in salt, fresh, and brackish water.

  • Does it require a primer?

    On bare fiberglass, gelcoat, wood, steel, and iron, it is strongly recommended to prime first with TotalProtect Epoxy Barrier Coat Primer to help prevent water absorption and improve adhesion.

  • Can I apply JD Select over old paint?

    If the hull has been previously painted and is in good conditon, JD Select can be applied directly over after preparation. Reference our Antifouling Compatibility Chart for what works and how to best prep before painting.

  • How should this boat bottom paint be applied?

    JD Select bottom paint can be applied with a 3/16" nap roller, foam and chip brushes, or airless and convention sprayers.

  • How much paint do I need to paint my hull?

    We offer a boat bottom paint calculator to help you estimate how much JD Select you'll need for your project. One gallon typically covers 500 square feet and one quart covers 125 square feet.

  • How long does JD Select take to dry?

    Depending on the temperature, JD Select dries and is ready to overcoat at 1.5 hours (90ºF), 3 hours (70º), or 6 hours (50ºF).

  • How long after applying can I launch my boat?

    For best results, allow the paint to cure overnight before launching. Dry time to launch is 6 hours @ 90ºF, 10 hours @ 70ºF, and 16 hours @ 50ºF. There is no max dry time to launch, as the copper biocide remains active until the boat hits the water.

  • Can I use this marine paint above the waterline?

    Antifouling paint is to be used below the waterline only. It is not a general purpose marine paint. does not contain UV resistance, and is an ablative finish designed to wear away with use, constantly exposing fresh biocide.

  • What can I do to maximize antifouling performance?

    We recommend that the bottom of the boat be checked regularly to make sure it is clean and that no growth is accumulating. The self-cleaning nature of this coating is most effective when the boat is used periodically.