Krypton is TotalBoat's solution for boaters who need reliable antifouling protection without copper — whether that's because of an aluminum hull, local environmental restrictions, or a preference for a more advanced, eco-friendly formula. A dual blend of organic biocide and zinc targets both hard growth like barnacles and mussels and soft growth like slime and algae. Its ablative finish wears away gradually to keep fresh biocide at the surface while reducing paint build-up. Krypton is compatible with fiberglass, wood, primed steel, and aluminum hulls, and effective in fresh, salt, and brackish waters. Because it contains no copper, this marine paint cures to a vivid, bright color compared to traditional copper-based antifouling paints.
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FULL-SEASON PROTECTION
Potent, copper-free biocode keeps barnacles and slime off your hull for a full season.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
For areas with restrictions on the use of copper paints. No copper means brighter colors!
NO MAXIMUM DRY TIME TO LAUNCH
Haul and relaunch in the same season, without repainting.
EASY TO APPLY - BRUSH, ROLL OR SPRAY
Use on prepared fiberglass, wood, steel/iron & aluminum.
HIGH PERFORMANCE, COPPER-FREE, AND SAFER FOR MARINE ECOSYSTEMS
Krypton’s potent, copper-free, biodegradable biocide has cuprous oxide bottom paint’s power to defeat and shed bottom-hugging barnacles and zebra mussels bent on destruction – but it does so without harming the environment. For complete fouling protection, Krypton also contains a zinc biocide that effectively deters formation of algae and slime at and under your waterline. Your bottom stays cleaner, as do the waters beneath it. No foul, no harm.
KRYPTON COPPER-FREE ANTIFOULING BOTTOM PAINT IS COMPATIBLE WITH ALUMINUM AND UNDERWATER METALS
Because there’s no copper in Krypton, it’s great for coating aluminum hulls and underwater metals like props and outdrives, without inducing galvanic corrosion. No copper also means a Krypton bottom coating weighs less and creates less work for the engine, so you shell out less for fuel.
DURABLE, STABLE, AND COLORFUL
There’s even more to like about Krypton aside from great antifouling protection. Tired of flat, lifeless-looking bottom paint? Krypton contains no copper so its five available colors are brighter, cleaner, and longer-lasting. If your boat sits idle for a period of time, unlike other antifoulings, Krypton doesn’t require scuffing to reactivate the antifouling agent before splashing the boat.
KRYPTON ANTIFOULING PAINT DETAILS
High-solids, eco-friendly, copper-free formula provides outstanding single-season protection against slime and hard marine growth.
Each gallon order includes a free roller & metal tray kit, paint suit, 1 roll of painter’s masking tape, and two 10″ wooden stir sticks.
Easy to apply by brushing, rolling, or spraying.
For properly prepared fiberglass, wood, primed steel, aluminum, iron, and most previously painted surfaces in good condition, including over copper-based paint.
Krypton Copper-Free Bottom Paint may be used on properly prepared aluminum hulls and underwater metals. Copper-free formula won’t contribute to galvanic corrosion.
Available in bright colors not found in traditional copper-based bottom paints. Excellent color consistency and stability.
After application, there is no maximum dry time to launch.
Haul and relaunch during the season, without repainting.
Colors: In quarts, available in Black, White, and Blue; in gallons, available in Black, White, Blue, Red, and Green.
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.
Biocide:
Zinc Pyrithione: 4.80% and Tralopyril: 6.00%
Application methods:
Brush, Roll, or Spray
Number of coats:
1-2
Primer:
TotalBoat TotalProtect or TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat
Thinner:
TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100, for brushing and rolling applications; TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101, for spraying and cool weather brushing/rolling applications
Cleanup:
TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep or TotalBoat Brushing Thinner 100 or TotalBoat Spray Thinner 101
Coverage:
500 sq ft/gal, 125 sq ft/qt
Application temperature/RH:
50-90ºF; 0-90% RH
Units of measure:
Gallons (all colors) and Quarts (Black, Blue, and White only)
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)
JD Select Water-Based Boat Bottom Paint
Fiberglass, wood, prepared steel/iron, previously painted surfaces in good condition (do not apply over tin, vinyl or Teflon)
Single
Salt water & fresh water
Black, Blue, Red, Green
Water
Cuprous Oxide - 25.25%
Brush, Roll, or Spray (airless or conventional)
1-2
TotalBoat TotalProtect Epoxy Barrier Coat Primer (Fiberglass, Metals (except for Aluminum))
Water
Water
500 sq ft/gal, 125 sq ft/qt
50-90ºF; 0-90% RH
Gallons and Quarts
AlumiPaint AF Aluminum Boat Bottom Paint
Aluminum, steel/iron, and properly prepared previously painted substrates
Single
Salt water & fresh water
Black, Blue
Solvent
Zinc Pyrithione: 4.8% and Tralopyril: 6.0%
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
Can Krypton Copper-Free Bottom Paint be used on aluminum and underwater metals?
Yes. Because there’s no copper in Krypton, it’s great for aluminum hulls and underwater metals like props and outdrives, without any risk of galvanic corrosion. Aluminum should be primed with TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat primer.
Is Krypton Copper-Free Bottom Paint a multi-season or single-season antifouling paint?
For Krypton to provide multi-season protection, it generally needs 1 coat applied of paint per season, and in harsh climates and waters, sometimes more than 1 coat per season is necessary.
Can I use Krypton Copper-Free Bottom Paint above the waterline?
No, Krypton is meant to be used below the waterline only. It does not contain UV resistance and is an ablative finish designed to wear away with use, constantly exposing fresh biocide.
Can this paint be used in freshwater?
Yes. You can use it on prepared aluminum, fiberglass, wood, iron, and steel in fresh, salt, and brackish waters.
Can Krypton be applied over other paints?
Yes, Krypton can be applied over nearly all existing bottom paints (aside from tin, vinyl or paints containing Teflon®), as long as they are in good condition. Remove any loose, flaking paint, sand with 80 grit, wipe the surface with TotalBoat Special Brushing Thinner 100, and apply paint. Paints in poor condition should be removed completely.
What primer do you recommend with Totalboat Krypton?
On unpainted gelcoat, use TotalBoat TotalProtect barrier coat and follow instructions. On a wooden boat, thin the first coat of Krypton on bare wood 5 to 10%. For aluminum, use TotalBoat Aluminum Boat Barrier Coat.
We strongly recommend a 3/16” nap or foam solvent-safe roller cover. For brushing, use a high-quality, natural bristle brush.
What is the coverage of this paint?
500 sq. ft. per gallon or 125 sq. ft. per quart at 2 mils wet.
How much paint do I need for my boat?
The best way to estimate how much paint you’ll need is to calculate the approximate surface area of the hull below the waterline, in square feet. Multiply boat length X beam X 0.85.
How soon after painting should I launch my boat?
Before launching, allow drying for the specified time based upon temperature: 2 hours at 90ºF, 4 hours at 70ºF, or 8 hours at 50ºF. There is no maximum amount of time that the boat can be launched after painting.
What is the dry time before launching?
Dry time to launch will be dependent on temperature: 2 hours at 90ºF, 4 hours at 70ºF, or 8 hours at 50ºF. There is no maximum time to launch. You can paint your boat with Krypton in the fall and launch in the spring.
Do boats painted with Krypton need to be repainted prior to launch once hauled?
No. Boats painted with Krypton can be hauled and launched with no loss of antifouling effectiveness.
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