OYA's Awlgrip Department: Mast and boom painting
The problem with aluminum masts and booms is that they will eventually corrode and start peeling. We have seen some boats where owners have tried patching the paint and it does not look much better than the peeling. The only real solution is to repaint.
We strip all the old paint off, sand the aluminum and then apply a corrosion resistant base underneath the primer before applying the top coat.
Using original factory colors restores the original finish to a boom or mast. This is also a good opportunity to fill holes from old electronics, add custom brackets, etc. so the finshed product will be uniform.
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Oxford Yacht Agency
317 S. Morris St
Oxford, MD 21654
410-226-5454
sales@oya.com