>From what I've heard as well, I think the blending and feathering of AwlCraft looks cleaner when repaired than with AwlGrip. That could be what "easier" meant...
On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 11:40 AM David Knecht via CnC-List < [email protected]> wrote: > I also heard that Awlcraft was easier to repair, so I had the shop use it, > but then when my Awlcraft was damaged, the repair appeared to be similar. > I have found nothing in the Awlgrip/Awlcraft literature that distinguishes > repair of one from the other. So I am not sure what "easier" really > means. Dave > > David Knecht > S/V Aries > 1990 C&C 34+ > New London, CT > > [image: pastedGraphic.tiff] > > On Mar 2, 2026, at 11:25 AM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List < > [email protected]> wrote: > > FWIW AwlCraft has replaced AwlGrip as the paint of choice among > professionals in Annapolis. It is easier to repair. > > On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 11:20 AM Brian Davis via CnC-List < > [email protected]> wrote: > >> I concur with Richard on the use of AwlGrip. >> >> In 2017 I sanded Nina’s deck down to gelcoat (and in some spots to >> fiberglass) and removed all hardware. Around that time I met an older >> gentleman who had worked at Rybovich in West Palm Beach. I asked what he >> would charge to prime and paint the deck — he said $15/hour if I bought the >> materials. I hired him immediately. >> >> He recommended AwlGrip, and over about five weeks (5 days a week, 8–4) he >> roll-and-tipped the entire deck. The result was excellent — and he taught >> me the technique along the way. >> >> I later used the same approach during a 2022 haul-out when I did a full >> bottom job and hull color change. That included six weeks of sanding the >> bottom back to gelcoat to remove roughly 15 layers of paint since 1980. >> (Fun in hindsight… maybe not so much at the time!) >> >> Fast forward to today — the deck still presents well. There are minor >> signs of age in a few areas, but it has held up impressively. I’ve done >> occasional touch-ups, and after a recent pressure wash she still cleans up >> beautifully. >> >> One additional note: I highly recommend SoftSand as a non-skid additive >> in key deck areas. It provides a secure, comfortable feel — especially >> barefoot. >> >> Here are a few recent photos in the listing below for reference: >> https://www.sailboatlistings.com/view/110317 >> -- >> Brian Davis >> *Restorative CFO* >> >> Bringing financial clarity, stability, and confident decision-making >> >> 954-892-1128 >> *LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-w-davis-inc>* >> >> >> >> On Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 10:49 AM Richard Bush via CnC-List < >> [email protected]> wrote: >> >>> Randy; in 2023-24 I had my topsides repaired from damage inflicted by >>> another boat; (long story); after considerable research, the shop went with >>> Awl Grip; (mostly because my boat has been painted with Awl Grip >>> previously); the cost was in the low $20's; however, that included the >>> repairs to the hull; I have photos if you wish; its only been two years, >>> but I am very pleased with how the job has held up; from my recollection, >>> to keep it looking good over the long haul, you would need to get back to >>> gelcoat, (or as in my case, remove and apply new gelcoat)...$$$ and time! >>> the results, however, will get you lots of compliments! Let me know if >>> you need any more; thanks! >>> >>> Richard >>> 1985 C&C 37 CB: Ohio River: >>> >>> Richard N. Bush Law Offices >>> 2950 Breckenridge Lane, Suite Nine >>> Louisville, Kentucky 40220 >>> (502) 584-7255 >>> >>> >>> On Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:34:08 AM EST, Randy Stafford via >>> CnC-List <[email protected]> wrote: >>> >>> >>> Hello Listers, >>> >>> I’m appealing for the list’s wisdom on this subject. >>> >>> Grenadine was painted 7.5 years ago with red Interlux Brightside, three >>> or four coats rolled and tipped, successively thinned and wet sanded with >>> each coat. She looked fantastic! >>> >>> But the paint has oxidized noticeably over the last couple years in the >>> high-altitude sun, despite the fact that I wax her every spring, sometimes >>> twice a year, and she’s in the shade on the hard every winter. >>> >>> I’m not ready to spring for a new paint job yet, but I am willing to >>> attempt a multi-step restoration job involving cutting compound, etc. I >>> have random orbit dual-action polishers at my disposal, and crew to help. >>> >>> What I’d like to know is whether anyone can recommend good products and >>> processes to get her back to that newly-painted look. >>> >>> Many thanks in advance. >>> >>> Cheers, >>> Randy Stafford >>> SV Grenadine >>> C&C 30 MK I #79 >>> Ken Caryl, CO >>> November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's >>> also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C >>> Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: >>> https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are >>> greatly appreciated. >>> November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's >>> also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C >>> Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: >>> https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are >>> greatly appreciated. >> >> >> >> >> November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's >> also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C >> Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: >> https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly >> appreciated. > > > > -- > Joel > > November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's > also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C > Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: > https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly > appreciated. > > > November is the time of the year when my Internet bills come in. It's > also the time when you can show your appreciation of this list and the C&C > Photo Album. Please help by making a small contribution using PayPal at: > https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/stumurray All contributions are greatly > appreciated. -- Brian Davis *Restorative CFO* Bringing financial clarity, stability, and confident decision-making 954-892-1128 *LinkedIn <http://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-w-davis-inc>*
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