Pettit EZ-Poxy Topside Finish Performance Enhancer

Pettit EZ-Poxy Topside Finish Performance Enhancer

Pettit's EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer is an additive that increases gloss, harness, and longevity of Pettit solvent-based topside paints. Its advanced formulation reacts with the paint it is mixed in to "cross-link" polymers within the paint film, providing exceptional durability, gloss-retention, scratch resistance, and longevity. Additionally, this paint accelerates dry time by up to 40% and increases hardness by up to 25%. Unlike other two-part urethanes, paints catalyzed with this hardener can be applied over well-adhered one-part finishes. With Pettit EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer, achieving a high quality, long lasting yacht finish is easy.

Recommended for use with the following Pettit Paints: EZ-Poxy, EZ-Decks, EZ-Bilge, Captain's Varnish, Flagship Varnish, High Build Varnish, and Captain's Ultra-Clear Varnish. Do not use EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer in epoxies, lacquers, two-part polyurethanes, or water-based paint systems.

How to Use Pettit EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer

The substrate and air temperatures must be between 50°F and 90°F throughout the entire mixing, application, and curing process. For best results when applying multiple coats, EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer should be added to all the layers.

Stir EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer and paint or varnish thoroughly before mixing. EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer should be mixed at a 16:1 ratio of paint to catalyst. The entire 8 ounce can of EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer should be mixed with a gallon of paint. Add two ounces, or six cap-fulls of hardener per quart. 

Application Tips

• For brush or roller application, the paint may be thinner 5-10% to aid in flow out and to maintain a wet edge.
• In hot weather and when using darker colors, the paint may be thinned up to 20%.
• For best results on large, smooth surfaces, roll out using a high density foam roller. Level off with the tip of a brush.
• Apply one thin coat per day. After an overnight dry, lightly sand with 320-grit sandpaper and apply a second coat.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pettit EZ-Poxy Topside Finish Performance Enhancer do?

Pettit EZ-Poxy Topside Finish Performance Enhancer is an additive for compatible Pettit solvent-based topside paints and varnishes. It reacts with the coating to cross-link polymers, increasing hardness, gloss, durability, scratch resistance, chemical and solvent resistance, and overall longevity. It can also accelerate drying by up to 40% and increase hardness by up to 25%.

Which Pettit paints can be used with EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer?

EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer is recommended for Pettit EZ-Poxy, EZ-Decks, EZ-Bilge, Captain's Varnish, Flagship Varnish, High Build Varnish, and Captain's Ultra-Clear Varnish. It should not be used with epoxies, lacquers, two-part polyurethanes, or water-based paint systems.

What is the mixing ratio for Pettit EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer?

Mix EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer at a ratio of 16 parts paint to 1 part hardener by volume. The complete 8-ounce can is intended for one gallon of paint, while two ounces, or six cap-fulls, are used per quart. Stir the paint or varnish and enhancer thoroughly before mixing.

How should Pettit EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer be applied?

After mixing, the enhanced coating can be applied by brush or roller and should not be sprayed. For large, smooth surfaces, a high-density foam roller can be used and the coating leveled with a brush. Apply one thin coat per day, then lightly sand with 320-grit sandpaper after an overnight dry before applying the next coat.

What temperature is required when using Pettit EZ-Poxy Performance Enhancer?

The substrate and air temperatures must remain between 50°F and 90°F throughout mixing, application, and curing. For improved flow and wet-edge maintenance, the paint may be thinned 5-10%. In hot weather or with darker colors, thinning may be increased to a maximum of 20% according to the application instructions.