How long can hard bottom paint be on the hard?

[gamayun]

Originally Posted by Stu Jackson

Could there be a difference between initial painting & splash compared to an already painted boat that's been hauled for a different reason?

I painted with Trinidad SR in January and this was a question I asked because I might have to haul again before next summer for a completely 'nother issue. I was told by a reputable boat yard person (not a Trinidad tech specialist) that if I'm hauled out more than 24 hours, I should do a really light sanding just to get the paint reactivated. Seemed like good advice though I might just splash another coat on after a sanding just because I can and then won't have any need to haul again for a while. A gallon of Petite Trinidad is about the same cost as the lift for the haul out....