Liquid Rubber (1 quart)
Liquid Rubber is truly a unique breakthrough in the rubber field. For the first time we are able to get 100% pure EPDM rubber in liquid form to cure without vulcanizing; that is applying high heat and pressure at the same time, which is what the manufacturer did when your boat was made. The consistency of honey, Liquid Rubber "paints" on to form a seamless, leakproof membrane of pure rubber.
Can be used on PVC/Polyurethane and Hypalon fabric inflatable boats. See note below about PVC fabric boats made in China.
Available in black, gray or white (white and gray are temporarily unavailable, one quart will renew a 10 foot boat with a coating as thick as your boats orginal rubber coating when applied according to the easy to follow instructions. If you have a bigger boat, use the chart below. Generally, subject to how thick you apply it, here is quantity information for larger boats. Keep in mind that larger boats have larger tube diameters and are longer so the required paint quantity doesn't rise in a linear rate:
- Up to 10 foot inflatable boat - buy 1 quart
- 11 - 15 foot inflatable boat - buy 2 quarts
- 16 - 20 foot inflatable boat - buy 3 quarts
- 21 - 25 foot inflatable boat - buy 4 quarts
Keep in mind that it's better to have extra for touch-ups later, than to run out part-way through your paint job.
Since the original skin of most inflatable boats is 4-6 mils thick, Liquid Rubber truly renews and restores your boat to its new condition, even if your boat has lost some of its outer skin and even if the fabric is showing through.
Use Liquid Rubber to spot repair or reinforce those heavy wear spots before they wear through, or re-skin the entire boat with Liquid Rubber to add years of serviceability to your boat. Liquid Rubber can be used again and again in the future to restore your boat's original look. Available in three (3) colors to help match your original inflatable skin color.
Can I paint Liquid Rubber?
Liquid Rubber comes in three colors. Grey (the color of many new inflatables), Black, and White. You may not want or need to paint your inflatable after you use Liquid Rubber to re-skin it. However, if you do want to paint it, especially if you want to change the color, you should use our Topside Paint.
Our Topside Paint is mixed with our Sealant to provide an extra bond and seal for your inflatable. Elasticity is important when painting an inflatable boat and Inland Marine's Topside paint exceeds these requirements. Your inflatable boat will expand and contract when it is exposed to the sun and shade. If the paint you use does not have the elasticity to adjust to these changes, it will crack and peel. We provide Topside Paint in seven (7) colors so you can paint your boat, or creatively make it unique and easier to find when in a busy port of call. See more details here.
MAJOR RESTORATION PROJECTS
If you need to restore your inflatable to cover abrasions, and add an extra layer of protection to the old fabric of your tubes, we recommend that you use our Liquid Rubber product first before you paint your inflatable with Top Side paint. This will make the surface of your inflatable like new. Many of our customers have used Liquid Rubber and our Top Side paint to repair and restore inflatables that were 10 to 15 years old. If your inflatabe boat has slow leaks (loses air over a day or 2) use our internal tube sealant. It works wonders.
To make you inflatable more reliable, leak free and good looking for the long-term, use our three step process:
(1) Seal It (with our internal sealant liquid to seal slow micro leaks)
(2) Re-Skin It (using the Liquid Rubber paint)
(3) Paint It (using Top side paint) If you're applying our Top Side paint over the Liquid Rubber also, wait the 7 days of curing before applying the Top Side paint.
If you choose to do the 3-step process, buy everything you need in our Restoration Kit and save money overall.
If your inflatabe boat has slow leaks (loses air over a day or 2) use our internal tube sealant. It works wonders.
HOW TO APPLY LIQUID RUBBER PAINT
1. Sand (abrade) the area to be treated. A 3m or Scotchbrite pad is best but sandpaper works too.
2. Clean the area to be treated well with a solvent such as Acetone or MEK (use safety precautions when using solvent).
3. Mix the Liquid Rubber with the catalyst provided.
4. Paint it on! Liquid Rubber will "flow" to form a smooth finish of pure rubber.
5. Dries to the touch in 24 hours - cures completely in about seven days depending on conditions. If you're applying our Top Side paint over the Liquid Rubber also, wait the 7 days of curing before applying the Top Side paint.
IMPORTANT!!
The first step to repairing or restoring your boat is to make sure it holds air correctly. All inflatables, regardless of manufacturer, develop porousity problems over time. This simply means small pin-hole leaks develop in the fabric or seams that can not be seen from the outside. When this happens, the air chambers will typically leak air slowly over a day or two. These pinhole leaks must be repaired before applying any top-coating products such as Liquid Rubber or Topside Paint, or down the road, your boat will develop air bubbles under the top coating.
For this reason, we highly recommend you treat your boat with Sealant as a first step. Sealant is an internal sealer that has been used by the US Navy and Coast Guard since 1985 to cure porosity problems. We also recommend re-treating older boats every year or two as new porosity problems will develop over time.
Remember, inflatable boat repair of kayaks, rafts, dinghies, or tow toys is dependent on proper preparation of the surface area. If you do not clean your inflatable as instructed, you are wasting your time and the products you have purchased.
HUMIDITY CAN SERIOUSLY AFFECT THE QUALITY OF PATCHES, PAINT, LIQUID RUBBER AND LIQUID TEAR REPAIR PRODUCTS.
When you are sure your boat is holding air, the next step is to be sure you are working with a clean and dry surface. If possible, take your inflatable boat or other repair item into a room with low humidity, or perform the repair when humidity is below the manufacturer’s recommendations. Check out our Cleaning and Preparation Products, specially formulated to prepare your inflatable for patches, rubber and paint!
Special Note to PVC fabric boat owners:
For the past several years, many boat manufacturers have been using PVC material from China. The reasons for this vary, but usually include cost as the main factor. As a result, the frequency of boaters reporting a ‘breakdown” in the material has risen drastically. The PVC material will actually start to decompose, resulting in a sticky or tacky surface, especially when exposed to intense sun like we have here in south Florida. If this condition exists on your boat, be very cautious in using any top coating product as it may not dry and cure properly. Always test a small area first.
Tips for Liquid Rubber (RE-SKIN YOUR INFLATABLE)
Older inflatable boats can look and work like new. Liquid Rubber is designed to Re-Skin you inflatable boat, kayak, raft or tow toy. Years of use can wear the outer surface of your inflatable; abrasion and UV exposure can make your boat look bad and can cause slow leaks.
Available in black, gray or white, one quart will renew a 10 foot boat with a coating as thick as your boats orginal rubber coating when applied according to the easy to follow instructions. If you have a bigger boat, use the chart below. Generally, subject to how thick you apply it, here is quantity information for larger boats. Keep in mind that larger boats have larger tube diameters and are longer so the required paint quantity doesn't rise in a linear rate:
- Up to 10 foot inflatable boat - buy 1 quart
- 11 - 15 foot inflatable boat - buy 2 quarts
- 16 - 20 foot inflatable boat - buy 3 quarts
- 21 - 25 foot inflatable boat - buy 4 quarts
Keep in mind that it's better to have extra for touch-ups later, than to run out part-way through your paint job.
ABRASION and UV Damage
Liquid Rubber is truly a unique breakthrough in the inflatable boat repair industry. For the first time we are able to get 100% pure EPDM rubber in liquid form to cure without vulcanizing. Vulcanizing is the process manufactures use to manufacture your inflatable. Liquid Rubber will adhere to your inflatable with the same reliability of vulcanizing but you do not need any heat. Just paint it on and it flows like honey, self levels for a smooth factory like finish.
Liquid Rubber Provides a 4 to 6 Mil New Surface
When applied properly, Liquid Rubber provides a 4 to 6 mil think coating of rubber over the existing fabric and rubber on your inflatable. Liquid Rubber will provide your inflatable boat with years of new life. Liquid Rubber can be used again and again in the future to restore your boats original look. Available in three (3) colors to help match you original inflatable skin color.
CAN I PAINT LIQUID RUBBER?
Liquid Rubber comes in three colors. Grey (the color of many new inflatable), Black, and White. You may not want or need to paint your inflatable after you use Liquid Rubber to re-skin your inflatable. However, if you do want to paint it you should use our Top Side Paint. Our Top Side Paint is mixed with our Sealant to provide an extra bond and seal for your inflatable. Elasticity is important when painting an inflatable boat and Inland Marines Top Side paint exceeds these requirements. Your inflatable boat will expand and contract when it is exposed to the sun and shade. If the paint you use does not have the elasticity to adjust to these changes it will crack and peel. We provide Top Side Paint in seven (7) colors so you can paint your boat or creatively make it unique and easier to find when in a busy port of call. See more details here about Top Side paint.
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