COPPERCOATING our SALVAGED BOAT... Saying GOODBYE to ANTIFOULING PAINT!

[@boyddubard4197]

It’s been 15 years since I rolled my last Copercoat. Watching you has my neck and shoulders tied up in knots. CC is so heavy and hard to roll. Now I’m going for a massage, suggest you do the same, you deserve it. After almost 30 years of living abroad, I can assure you the CC is worth the work & money.

[@bat5917]

Don’t worry about how it looks below the water line. You’ll forget about it by next Tuesday.

[@JamesSouth-d2c]

Looks good. Almost looks like a new boat.

[@08StreetGlide]

I remember in the first few episodes where Stu drills holes through the keel.....thought he ruined it....looking good now!!!

[@garybroom8418]

Two beautiful ladies - well done Stew.

[@seanchris8290]

The boat is looking so beautiful, all your hard work is coming together nicely we're all so proud of you both. Thank you for sharing. xx

[@kdclothes]

You guys did an awesome job. The Copper coat looks good.the boat looks like a million dollars. You guys did all this by yourselves. Bravo Brava! You two are deserving a holiday!❤

[@Davidcallard]

Seabird is as beautiful as a white sŵan! So graceful and sleek, you two make the perfect team for this project! You have worked miracles with that boat! I think you have probably ɓlazed a new viability and financial path with this boat as follows: Sure, you can buy a brand new factory product which will suffer a massive depreciation the minute you sail it outside the harbour! While not everyone gets as fortunate as you two with your 1 Euro boat, nevertheless I suggest that you have opened a pathway esp for our young people dreaming of getting into a boat that otherwise may pose insurmountable barriers to doing so! By your choice of what has turned out to be a bare hull, you have given yourselves maximum flexibility in building YOUR boat at minimal cost to yourselves. I take pleasure in wishing you both Bon Voyage and fair winds! 😅

[@alanduncan9204]

From the scene showing you mixing - I think it was not enough and also you need to keep mixing as the copper powder sinks to the bottom of the mix.

[@CheersWarren]

Hi, great job , looking so pretty!!! So I now see from your video the runs you got ! Ok live with it , So hand sanding wet should get into the the small valleys on the bottom And wet sanding cuts faster than dry sanding (but very messy). You can also wet sand when boat is in the water too but that might be too hard!!! And it’s a big boat! Re the stanchion based. I think the deck is too thin ( after 40 years for sure) . Do you have any thick fiberglass pieces 10-13mm or so? Maybe from dumpster? If you bonded this under the deck with thick resin mix it should stiffen up the deck , extend maybe 100mm beyond the bolts . This should really help. That gooey sealant was probably ‘Butyl tape/putty’. It’s softened by gasoline or oil based solvents ( carb cleaner?). So if you have any more??? Cheers Warren

[@raymondnosek3857]

Guys you didn't have the have the advantage of a blank sheet, you've got a deep understanding of your own boat and it's probblems and make it stronger and better than when it was first built ❤

[@howiefeltersnatcher]

You needed to mix the copper coat better and you need to let it dry more in between coats I would suggest a different mixing attachment and container mix while adding the copper I would do one more coat after sanding to try to get a finish you like Mixing in a square bucket probably didn’t help either use a smaller mixer attachment on your drill and spend extra time mixing it

[@SailingSeabird]

Thanks for the tip. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@Sailing_svHoBo]

Don't forget to sand away the copper coat where you will mount any metal, like the propeller shaft mounts etc etc

[@ianmcdonald6598]

Hope you haven't forgotten the rudder blade has to be done too!! A good job all the way through the boat you've both done ;she looks great!! Good Luck.

[@chhindz]

Maybe use Butyl tape to seal stanchion bolt holes. I used this from recommendation of next boat who replaced his whole deck, Used Butyl and also a little clear silicone, or sika. You can also put a small piece of butyl temporarily in hole to keep rain out, with simple remomovablility.

[@eamonpif]

him and her what an amazing project I'm jealous , 1st mistake using rectangle buckets, was screaming at screen MISTAKE 2nd not keeping the copper in suspension by continuously stirring 101 coper heavier than liquid

[@davidjma7226]

Looks great. Any chance of a bootline going on?

[@bishopkinlyside8477]

Hi guys, I was following you a couple years ago well you look like you’ve done a lot of work on a yacht Seabird keep up the good work looks amazing

[@Rigante]

Things are looking really good for you, I look forward to her repaying all your dedication, she's gone from Frankenstein to Catwalk very quickly

[@pavelprunner5367]

The first frame of this episode could be your intro - so much in couple of seconds...👍

[@MaritvanLieshout]

No worries you do fine! At the bginning of your yourney I sometimes frowned on your appraoch, but the last year you approach is solid! So keep up the good work!

[@gertgratlos]

I'm somehow jealous: What a great job you did. Awesome! By the way: The sticky stuff under your railing poles is called "Butyl" (known as the brand name "Teroson". It was long time neglected, whilst stuff like Sikaflex came up. Right now Butyl experiences a renaissance. Maybe because it's well known for staying sticky for a lifetime (as you experienced...) - and waterproof even in saltwater. Some boatbuilders in Germany recommend Butyl for some sealing tasks. Stay healthy and stable. Rob.

[@cals4200]

Great job you two, it will be fine. Good call using copper coat. She is really looking good.

[@_PJW_]

Feeling down? Just watch the earliest episodes and compare to this one. This is how magic often happens. Through blood, sweat and tears. 👍

[@johnclark1925]

Wow, that is amazing. ❤

[@SailingSeabird]

You're too kind. We are happy with the results, not perfect but... 😅 Cheers for watching 🙂

[@johnpowell1952]

Aloa Germany. Thanks a trillion to all people supporting this dream.

[@johnpowell1952]

You 2 are so thorough in what you do. Don't let any problem get you down. Always stay positive, no matter what. The world believe in you, ok thousands of people. Also, remember to get enough rest and follow a healthy dieet. Hat's off for the Captain and Danielle. Get those two a Bells.

[@wizquack4505]

Awesome job guys. It never turns out as good as you hope…but it’s never as bad as you think.

[@smokingkippers1173]

I liked your initial introductive video. Getting an artistic vibe. Oh yes ..the boat's ok too... Oh btw. Cracked gel coat under stanchions etc = bad backing. For some reason, or just for being cheap, penny washers and plates the same size as the base are normal now. It's not enough in a stress situation on a flexible substrate.

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Ran2 they did this job on their simillar sized boat ..it was a re coat with the hard copper coat.. it had worked well and the were setting off on their second round the world..with their daughter this time ..they got as far as the Caribbean and had to head home and sold the boat ⛵ out there.

[@zivabrogan5807]

Whoo hooo, Stu and...thingy! Love the work,coming along good, that copper...touch of class! Best of wishes to you. 👍👍👍 Stu & Marina, I do not do facebook, twitter or any of that stuff so, could you please give a mention which boatyard you are in. I'd like to send you a celebratory bottle, for when you finish.

[@Maxdekriek]

Seabird looks amaizing..... great job guy's 👍😁...greetsz from friesland...Max...👍😁👌

[@deniseclark1349]

As you painted You were supposed to keeping mixing even in the paint tray to bring the copper back up so the copper is ALWAYS floating in the middle of the paint

[@SailingSeabird]

Good to know... 🤣🤣🤣 Cheers for watching 🙂

[@pjgeev]

Wow! Looking so good. Your hard work is paying off. I really liked the artistic intro and music at the beginning. That was a very nice touch. Cheers.

[@Kingtrollface259]

if its patchy it needs more coats ,in future sand and prepp it first ,also use a roller pole it makes it so much easier and saves your back ,good luck

[@CheersWarren]

They did sand , prep, and apply recommended epoxy primer coats after doing hull repairs and remove all previous coatings . 😊 Cheers warren

[@Bill-482]

That looks so good and easy to put on

[@SailingSeabird]

Not as easy to sand off... Cheers for watching 🙂

[@Bill-482]

Maybe hard to sand but in the long term you will be happy ps thanks for all your reply’s love how you both work together ❤

[@michaelbaron8089]

Good progress! Those cracks don't look good. Definitely needs strengthening.

[@spiritualexplores]

Well done you two!!! She's looking fantastic! Don't get disappointed by a few runs on the copper coat, once sanded will be OK, and the process of it will still work... So what if a bit patchy, it's your signature 😊❤

[@richardclark4610]

Suggestion for future: Regarding Coppercoat application and the "runs". Runs are caused by applying too much paint. You should try using a roller with a shorter "nap" like a 1/4 inch roller nap as opposed to a 3/8 inch nap....and so on. Also spreading the paint farther out....even if it means going over it twice. Restored several old wooden boats over the years but it been eons ago now haha.

[@peterstarkey1360]

YES , the roller Nap was too long... Short nap , 200mm wide...l had 3 people rolling & 1 mixing then going around , resturing & topping up everyone's roller trays...we done 5 X coats 👍😊45ft cat

[@renebergsma2616]

Lovely opening scene! ❤Seabird is getting back in shape. Thanx for sharing.

[@jean-pierrepelletier8236]

Bonjour à vous deux, Beau travail le bateau est magnifique. Vous êtes très bien organisés et votre travail est fait avec goût et minutie. Bon courage pour la suite. Cordialement. Jean -Pierre Pelletier.

[@francisswallow88]

Looked like real hard work have you looked at refit and sail copper coat. Look forward to the next video.

[@bendaves77]

From what I've seen others do is have someone who is stirring the copper coat up every few minutes because copper is heavy and will sink to the bottom.. I think it looks pretty good though.. maybe you can apply 1 more coat?? Thanks for sharing your journey... also I don't think the creatures in the ocean will mind seeing a run or two..

[@eamonpif]

yeah rectangular bucket by friend , copper dropped out of suspension

[@pauld9530]

Looking great. I think once sanded it will be ok.

[@SailingSeabird]

We hope so. It's starting to look like a shiny penny. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@SteveSawtelle-d4w]

I see a lot of growth in your video production- getting artistic! I liked your beginning today with the shadow shot. The inherent beauty of Seabird is showing. What a gorgeous boat! I did Coppercoat on my little Pocketship. It also was a bit uneven, but I’ve think it will still have all the protection. When she launches it will all be underwater and you won’t have to think about any uneveness. If you go to coarse sandpaper for the drips take care, as it is a thin coating! I hand sanded around those where necessary.

[@kevinholmes4277]

Round bucket regular stirring of copper I think you have done yourselves proud well done

[@jodyodell6159]

The before and after pics on this boat are going to be soooo awesome

[@vitaliyrus4048]

Очень много труда вложено, но предстоит ещё много вложить. Но разницу уже хорошо видно, лодка из заброшеной развалюхи превращается в красавицу! Молодцы!

[@arthurvandijk2316]

❤Don't worry The copper layer works great Cosmetics are secondary Good job!!

[@ehofman7636]

The coppercoat looks very good it makes the hull complete beautiful 👌👌

[@evewilkinson9653]

Looking absolutely gorgeous guys, be proud of yourself. Copper coat is worth it 👍🏻👍🏻❤️

[@thordlein9370]

That boat starts looking awesome. Jolly good work you two! Head on, I want to ser her sailing!

[@malcolm4233]

Well done you two. Seabird is looking good x

[@over-there]

The coppercoat is on, dont sweat the small stuff

[@mikeskelly2356]

For long sanding jobs on vertical surfaces, place a ladder behind the work area and hang the sander from it with 'Bungee Cords'. They will take most of the weight off your arms and can be adjusted by using several shorter lengths that can be added or removed to allow work at different levels. Your arms will thank you... bonne chance avec ton travail! 😍👍

[@MrSoppysod]

Bloody Brilliant!

[@garyrose4272]

The boat looks amazing you both have worked so hard i enjoy watching your videos keep up the good work God bless and I cant wait too see you on your boat in the water .

[@shirleyfrancisco2876]

wow nice color aesthetic..goodjob

[@TheMightyAntar]

Loving the arty shots in the intro and your helpful assistant in vision signer. Keep up the good work and don't forget PPE unless you want dish pan hands!

[@todddunn945]

The sealant under the stanchions was butyl rubber. Its main advantage is that it doesn't harden up and will seal for may years.

[@sailinguglyduckling8016]

You have 5 coats and it will be under the water so who cares if it looks a bit patchy. Consider it a job done!

[@DLBard-bv2nd]

Awesome! 🤗💖👍⛵🐬🐕

[@malcolmholloway2358]

I should of mentioned this when you were painting the Hull .when painting a large area always roll the paint on in opposite directions to create an even coat .believe me I know,I'm a painter and decorator.All the best MAL from the UK.

[@eamonpif]

Mall please don't paint my house , rectangular bucket by friend , copper dropped out of suspension

[@harveyg845]

Wow! The boat is looking great, it's hard to believe it's the same boat.👍

[@SailingSeabird]

We agree! Slowly slowly. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@apexjunky]

Ye must be so proud...boat looks stunning!

[@theresnobodyhere5778]

looking good ,yous worry too much as you said maybe 6or 7 years give it a couple of more coats i watch a video of a guy on you tube real expert he was waiting 4 hours inbetween coats and done one half side one day then the other next day also he gave it ,6 or 7 coats to guarantee the owner got at least 10 years protection , one more thing Marina ise the scaffold to do those stanchion deck repairs,safer and easier on your back thats if you can get it to go high enough to work waist level

[@SailingSeabird]

We don't have a scaffold but might "borrow" the neighbours one. Great advice, I've been working off a stool on the tower... It's not the falling in the landing that hurts. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@pierrefiore6933]

lovely job. but - I always wonder how bad the hull would get between haul outs - without any anti foul or copper? I only see the tremendous amount of work involved and see that typically people haul out every year or two - with rigorous hull scraping in between. And don't get me started on the amount of time spent "fairing" the hull! I wonder if anyone has actually performed a real study in a full size simulation tank or even virtually on the knots gained or lost on an "unfair" and "un coated" hull. I see you guys do a ton of great work and it hurts me to see it. I guess the only way to find out is to get my our boat (again) and see for myself.

[@faucetman]

LOOKS GREAT! You have come so FAR!

[@SailingSeabird]

Thank you. Step by step. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@Davidcallard]

Seabird has the sexiest shape of any yacht I have ever seen! Lovely lines and feminine curves, she is so beautiful and so fortunate to meet you two! ❤

[@stevejohnson810]

It’s looking good .

[@MrBerekhhnd]

I have been watching you guys since before this boat, love you guys to death! Good job on that boat I'm telling you y'all have really done an outstanding job I hope to meet you one day out there

[@malcolmholloway2358]

Also you should have mixed in round bucket to avoid paint getting stuck in corners.SORRY I DIDN'T GET this info to you earlier.

[@stevenschapera2888]

And…only add the copper a little at a time whilst stirring, never dump it all in at once!

[@miketaylor9921]

It looks great .Be happy😊❤

[@hobie695]

The hull looks fabulous. Congratulations on a job well done.

[@martinbeaumont1135]

Seabird is looking sweeeeeet - top work guys

[@andyhaines2909]

Boat looks amazing, look at before and after it is awesome, well done

[@graememcfarlane5219]

Gotta admit she's looking fabulous 👌

[@SailingSeabird]

Thank you. Every week, a step closer. Cheers for watching 🙂

[@Olli_on_bord]

Seabird looks stunning. Can't wait to see her back in her element 💦

[@mael6834]

Simply beautiful!!!! Its all going to be out of sight, you know.... If it works it works.

[@raymondnosek3857]

Guys why buy a new boat when you can build your own you're doing an excellent job ❤

[@ericrowet2465]

This experience is so important !!! This product in a circle container for a beter result maibe ?? Allez the Seabird team is not finish !!! Go go go and a good week-end for you ! Kisses from Belgium 😜

[@eamonpif]

yeah rectangular bucket by friend , copper dropped out of suspension

[@tropicalbluwaters]

"He is a professional, my love." That's a memorable quote.

[@SailingSeabird]

Yes..! 🤔 Cheers for watching 🙂

[@USA-RE3]

Ouch...!!! Sanding the copper coat is definitely One of the toughest jobs 😔 BUT your home is looking amazing!! Cheers Marina and Stu! 💫 ⛵️ 💫

[@paulspackman8021]

Looks great from here!

[@alansmollen]

Always, thanks for you efforts

[@garrickwalker1073]

Looking good

[@pvdl9847]

continuez comme ça , vous etes motivés 😉

[@hanstinekevangorcum9718]

Love the way she’s looking. So much work you’ve done. You’re an inspiration te us. Keep up the hard work.

[@clstjam4321]

The boat looking beautiful guys!

[@christurbeville7230]

Gorgeous copper coat - hope it lasts decades!

[@eamonpif]

did u not watch they fucked applying the CC

[@claverton]

Looking great! She's going to be a beauty. Try butyl tape on those holes, best stuff ever for that type of job. Not expensive either.

[@markrichards2502]

Well done, good job

[@bat5917]

You will never regret this 👍

[@danparker8254]

I love how you do everything right and full on.

[@crriding5859]

I had similar result with Coppercoating by a professional, only sanded a little with 'blotches'. I found it fouled a little the first year, but the lifted out it reacted all over (turned green). Now in second year it seems tk be working much better, hardly any fouling. Wish I'd sanded it a little more like you have. But it works fine, very light slime and Ive found the 'Scrubbit' brush works really well to remove it whilst in the water.

[@mattcarroll106]

She looks beautiful,and slick. Just imagine how fast she will be. Sleep easy you have done well.

[@groverbeach5099]

Thanks!

[@robbieodonovan1201]

Lovely job guys👏⛵️❤️ When I saw ye stirring with the stirring tool I thought that’s hard work mixing and then I saw the drill being used, a lot easier, I always use the drill and paddle for copper coat and even for anti fouling too, you have a beautiful boat❤️⛵️the copper coat will work with runs too and the fish won’t be judgmental either

[@joncrisp7365]

Copper looks awesome! YAY no antifouling paint.

[@BillLangdon-dg2dk]

Seabird looks really amazing after your copper treatment and look forward to your future episodes. Well done you two👍

[@tw1972]

Guy's from when you first started up to now give yourself a massive pat on the back and a well deserved few beers.