Marine Sanding Solutions with Horse Brand BA-11 Sandpaper
Horse Brand BA-11 aluminum oxide sandpaper is engineered to meet the high-performance demands of marine manufacturing and boat refinishing. Whether you’re working on fiberglass hulls, metal parts, or coated surfaces, BA-11 delivers consistent cutting power, flexibility, and durability—ideal for both shipyards and boat maintenance professionals.
🟦 Why Use BA-11 for Marine Sanding?
- High-performance aluminum oxide grain
- Withstands wet or humid sanding conditions.
- Conforms to curved hulls and narrow contours.
- Prevents clogging, extends paper life during long sanding cycles.
- Designed for heavy-duty use in harsh marine environments.
🟦 Grit Application Chart for Marine Use
🟦 Common Marine Applications
Fiberglass hull sanding before applying gelcoat or paint
Removing old anti-fouling coatings and preparing surface for new layers
Sanding epoxy fairing compounds for hull shaping
Metal rust and corrosion removal on boat hulls and marine fittings
Deck surface preparation for anti-slip coating or paint
Interior wood and composite panel finishing
🟦 Recommended Sanding Workflow
- Surface Assessment & Cleaning
- Strip away old coatings or remove heavy oxidation and marine growth.
- Smooth filled areas, reshape hull contours, or level fiberglass patches.
- Sand primers or sealers before applying topcoats or anti-fouling paints.
- Lightly sand between coating layers or before polishing surfaces.
💡 Wet sanding is highly recommended when working with gelcoat or glossy coatings to reduce dust and prevent clogging.