Hempel's Brilliant Gloss: The High-Gloss Topcoat for a Stunning Finish
Hempel's Brilliant Gloss is a premium alkyd topcoat that provides a brilliant, high-gloss finish with exceptional colour and gloss retention. This flexible and durable coating is resistant to saltwater and pollutants, making it ideal for both interior and exterior applications above the waterline. Its easy application ensures a smooth, professional-looking finish that will keep your boat looking its best.
Key Features
- High-Gloss Finish: Delivers a brilliant, high-gloss finish that enhances the appearance of your boat.
- Exceptional Durability: Offers excellent resistance to saltwater, pollutants, and general wear and tear.
- Flexible Coating: Provides a flexible finish that can withstand the movement and stresses of the boat's structure.
- Easy Application: Can be applied by brush, roller, or paint pad for convenient and efficient application.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for interior and exterior use above the waterline on wood, steel, and fibreglass surfaces.
Application Information
- Surface Preparation: Ensure surfaces are clean, dry, and free from contaminants. For new builds or uncoated surfaces, prepare bare substrates according to Hempel's primer instructions. For previously coated surfaces, abrade, clean, and dry the surface.
- Priming: For optimal results, prime the surface with Hempel's Primer Undercoat before applying Brilliant Gloss.
- Application Methods: Apply using a brush, roller, or paint pad.
- Conditions: Apply when the surface temperature is at least 3°C above the dew point to avoid condensation. Ensure adequate ventilation during application and drying.
Technical Specifications
- Gloss Level: High Gloss
- Volume Solids: 54 ± 2%
- Specific Gravity: 1.2 kg/L
- Dry Film Thickness: 50 microns
- Flash Point: 40°C
- VOC Content: 380 g/L (EU)
Additional Information
- Compatibility: Compatible with Hempel's Primer Undercoat.
- Technical and Safety Data: Please refer to the technical and safety data sheets for comprehensive information.
Application Methods : 
| Temp | Touch Dry | Recoat (min/max) | Thinners / Tool Cleaner | Coverage |
| 10°c | 8 hrs | 20 hrs - 6 days | Thinners No: 1 (Brush) | 11m²/ltr |
| 20°c | 4 hrs | 10 hrs - 3 days | Thinners No: 3 (Spray) | 11m²/ltr |
The colours shown should be used as a guide only due to the varying degrees in monitor colour management.
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