| abstract |
Surface compositions are provided for reducing degradation and fading of surfaces subjected to prolonged immersion in aqueous liquids. The surface composition comprises at least one transparent barrier layer and at least one under layer, wherein the transparent barrier layer is used in a state in which it is disposed on top of the underlayer and in contact with an aqueous liquid. It protects the structure and appearance of this lower layer. The surface composition is particularly useful for applications where the surface is subjected to prolonged immersion in liquids containing hydrolysing or oxidizing agents, exposure to ultraviolet radiation or combinations thereof, whereby the transparent barrier layer is protected from chemical attack and UV exposure. Provides structural protection against degradation from fading due to Methods of making boats or other watercraft surface compositions are also provided. Further provided is the use of the surface composition in the manufacture of boats or other watercraft. Further provided are boats and other watercraft made from the surface compositions of the present invention. |