It looks like a great job! As an engineer I always consider function over aesthetics. In this case as long as the paint results in a finish which protects the underlying metal it's a win.

Brave man - talks about another project while Dawn is holding a paint brush by your side. You are lucky not to have a painted head and the brush left hanging out of one ear.

Lol using a roller, then laying off poorly, then comparing to a pro ... dream on. Nice job for a DIYer thouh

If it was me painting the boat I would lay off the paint one stroke from top to bottom. Also back up to the top, overlapping each stroke of the previous stroke. Always painting away from an internal angle and into an external angle, to reduce possible runners. That's just my methodical way of thinking. It's gonna be a nice looking boat. Keep up the good work.

Your brushes in box upside down,just saying😂😂

🎨it was so pleasing watching the shininess advance along the boat with you...refections in the new surface...✨

Excellent work folks, well done.

Doing a great job peter and dawn tbh have painted boats for nearly 50 years as a boat builder the first gloss coat never comes up great but it will really start to pop after sanding and second and third coat great job

All the work seems to pay off😅

Would it help if you used the roller in I up and down motion and not side to side

I'm sure you are relieved to finally get some top coat to protect all that prep work. Aren't you glad your boat isn't 70 feet long? It's nice you found a place along the canal with a concrete bank, along with some decent weather. Looking good!

Once you've completely finished & happy with it might i suggest a coat of wax as this will keep you painted surfaces not only water repellent but also a degree of UV protection. Turtle wax is very good. Thoroughly enjoying watching the progress.

Jack here .that boat is looking truly professional ,can't wait to see it after 2 coats and dry,it's a treat to watch your vids ,and your running commentary,

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when rolling the paint on try not to leave a straight wet edge. and when tipping try to go in one direction either up or down. and start either at the top or bottom. hope this helps but however you do it the care taken in the prep will pay off in the final finish ps put your roller tray in a plastic carrier bag then when you finish just turn it inside out and you have no mess and a clean tray 👍👍

Working and talking at the same time,you are the living proof that a man have a multitasking brain.Great job! 🧠💪😜

Interesting video keep up the great work both 👍

You're doing good, Peter. You've got this talking and painting down pat :D Such a good job, you two.

How's your project boat coming on.

You need to lay off with the brush in one continuous stroke. I always go from bottom towards the top.😊😊

When you said about buying another boat . She was thinking if this boat wasn’t here you’d off ended up in the canal 😂

The brush box the brushes go in with the handles up as the vapour in box keeps them from drying out Some paint will drip down in your case all over the handle

You are doing a great job guys, well done.

Great tips…..again. Thanx for all the info you’re sharing your painting journey ❤❤

Great tips…..again. Thanx for all the info you’re sharing your painting journey ❤❤

I'm impressed that you managed to paint the whole side of the boat without using timelapse. Looking forward to seeing the finished result. The most important thing is that the both of you are happy with the result.

Good job bit of a tip laying paint of you want to go top to bottom in one stroke or you will see where you start and finish in the middle.

The high speed, fast forward dog made me laugh! As did the breakfast bap that was bigger than your head!! Thanks for the mention “it’s gone all lumpy”!

You’re a more patient man than me Peter!!! Great job though. Looking good.

Dawn, get yourself a product called "Shiny Sinks for the Brasswork. It will save you hours in removing tarnish.

Keep up the good work ❤🍻

Dawn work from bottom to top don't start in middle it's one stroke from bottom to top otherwise your doing well

Top tip for transfering paint from the tin onto a paint tray..... Use a soup ladle.....

When laying off, starting at half way point? Doesn't this cause dips in paint? Is it not better to go from bottom to top in one stroke?

As your doing this in not ideal conditions ie on a tow path. i can't fault your work, keep it up and your boats going to look mint five stars.

Wow, a big project going on there. Wait, it's not a project. What's another word for project?... Ah heck, it's a project.

hi peter how are you going to waterproof the back boards in front of window in bathroom

I've really enjoyed watching your progress as myself & my son will be tackling this job next year & seeing you make it look easy is giving me confidence . Which purdy brush did you get for the final coat?

I realize I am going against the advice to sand to a perfectly flat surface but, given the age of the boat, along with dents and things that were screwed to the boat exterior in the past, I recommend using an orbital electric sander with 100 grit sandpaper to ease the prep work. Additionally, buy a filler applicator set with multiple sizes if you don't already have one. At this point, you want to spread just enough filler to fill the imperfections in order to minimize sanding. Just before applying the top coat, use 220 grit sandpaper.

Keep at it guys. It will be worth it in the end!

I was filling and sanding my boat yesterday in that heat. Only got one side sanded so got to get on it today.

It's lovely to see you are doing a completely professional job on this taking your time and doing it right proud of you both

It’s actually interesting watching your paint dry!!.😃👏🌟🌟 Joan

This is going to look terrific,s simply because you take such care 👏🌟🌟 Joan

Have a look at a paint Pelican from Screwfix. I used one when I painted my boat and it was the best bit of equipment. You are never going to get a fantastic finish painting out in the elements, just aim for a finish you can live with and spend more time boating.😂

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A lot of hard graft there Peter. A clear reminder of why I had somone else do my repaint for me. Keep up the good work. As someone suggested, a fairing compound for tge final filling. I watch a lot of boat restorations and it seems to be the norm.

WAWAW UTO 🦉🦉🦉

And use a high density foam roller for less bubbles

Use a clean piece of cardboard for every single mix of filler as it will react and harden quickly with the old stuff on the underneath good work keep it up