Coppercoat 10+ Year Antifouling Protection
At Costa Blanca Yacht Services, we’ve been applying Coppercoat for more than 15 years. Working through our sister company Ambientech, the sole distributor in Spain, we combine hands-on experience with direct ties to the manufacturer to ensure your yacht receives the right Coppercoat treatment for maximum performance.
When applied correctly, Coppercoat provides 10 years or more of lasting fouling protection. With only minimal maintenance, your hull stays clean, efficient, and environmentally safe season after season.
Why Choose Coppercoat?
Coppercoat is the world’s most durable and long-lasting antifouling solution. A single professional application of this water-based, VOC-free epoxy resin delivers 10 years or more of proven hull protection, eliminating the hassle and cost of annual repainting.
Made from a unique blend of solvent-free epoxy and ultra-pure (99%) copper, Coppercoat forms a tough, effective barrier against marine growth. Unlike traditional antifoul paints, it is classified as non-leaching, which means it does not release harmful toxins into the water. The result: cleaner hulls, reduced maintenance, and a product that is far kinder to the marine environment than self-eroding alternatives.
With Coppercoat, you gain:
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Decade-long protection with minimal upkeep
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Lower running costs by avoiding yearly antifouling
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Eco-friendly performance that helps safeguard our seas
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Consistent reliability season after season
The Coppercoat Application Process
At Costa Blanca Yacht Services, we follow a proven step-by-step method to ensure Coppercoat delivers maximum performance and durability.
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Preparation & Protection
Once the yacht is lifted, pressure washed, and safely secured ashore, all seacocks are closed. We then set up protective plastic screening around the boat to safeguard neighboring vessels during blasting.
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Micro-Blasting the Hull
Using a precision micro-blasting system with aluminium silicate, we strip away old antifouling layers back to the gelcoat. Our skilled operators ensure the process is gentle on the hull, leaving a finely abraded surface that is perfectly prepared for Coppercoat adhesion.
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Cleaning
After blasting, the hull is thoroughly washed to remove any remaining dust or particles.
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Metal Protection
All underwater metal fittings (except shafts and propellers) are coated with a solvent-free epoxy primer, preventing cathodic reaction with the Coppercoat system.
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Coppercoat Application
Coppercoat is applied with short-haired rollers in multiple thin, even layers - typically 4-5 coats, calculated to the boat’s size. Once applied, protective tape is removed and the hull is left to cure for three days, sheltered from rain and dew.
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Finishing & Activation
The yacht is lifted again so support patches and the keel base can be treated by hand. After a further three-day cure, the Coppercoat surface is lightly abraded to activate the copper before relaunch.
