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Old 09 February 2012, 18:43   #1
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Non toxic antifoul
Hi - has anyone used the non toxic antifoul made by HMG paints called by the catchy name of "slippery bottom". I am told that as soon as soon the boat start moving the nasties drop off as they can't hang on. They also claim a 5-10%increase in performance!!!
Any thoughts or advice appreciated?
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Used it a few years ago wasn't impressed!!
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Used it a few years ago wasn't impressed!!
What was wrong with it specifically? Had looked at this too.....
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Boat regularly used in salt water and fouling forming within 2 months and not falling off!
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'Non Toxic' Anti Foul...SURLEY a contradiction in Terms!
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Here is the best guide to anti-fouling

http://www.thegreenblue.org.uk/clubs..._antifoul.aspx
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