Painting the Exterior
Color Ideas
Recommendations
Going to be repainting my trillium with interlux brightside as per recommended on fiberglassrv.com but I'm wondering what to do about a rock guard? Is there something I can "paint-on" for this as well? Pic in comment
From Ian:
For DIY paint jobs I recommend using the Roll & Tip method (again used on boats) using marine topside paint. I personally like Interlux Perfection, this is a premium quality 2 part top coat and it is available in Calgary at Industrial Paint and Plastics http://goindustrial.ca/index.php/en/ they can tint the paint to almost any color.
Interior
Painting the Cabinets
Before and after pictures of the upper and lower cabinets. All old holes were filled. Painted with Interlux Primekote and Toplac Plus (Snow White).
Pictures
Recommendations
Removed, dug out voids and larger problems, filled with FG, sanded down, used filler primer, sand again, top coat with tremclad gloss (white), 3 coats 300 grit sand between coats..:using roll and tip method.
I used brightside marine fiberglass paint for the fiberglass stuff. Takes a bit longer to dry but looks nice and will last.
Fiberglass primer then fiberglass paint.
https://robeye.ca/1973-boler-trailer-4-painting/
Brightside has been replaced by Toplac Plus.
Suppliers
The Chanlery
367 Poulin Ave, Ottawa, ON K2B 5V2, Canada
https://www.thechandleryonline.com/index.php?cPath=15
Type | Product | |
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Primers | Interlux Pre-Kote Plus | https://www.thechandleryonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=15_320&products_id=14009 |
Topside Paint | Interlux Toplac Plus | https://www.thechandleryonline.com/product_info.php?cPath=15_326&products_id=13832 |
Process
Final Prep Checklist (Before Priming)
Clean thoroughly
Vacuum all dust
Wipe with clean, lint-free rags + acetone or Interlux 202
Change rags often to avoid re-spreading oil
Mask everything
Use 3M blue or green painter’s tape
Cover windows, trim, lights, etc.
Consider drop cloths or plastic sheeting for overspray or drips
Stir and mix properly
Interlux Primekote is 2-part: mix 404 base with 414 converter (1:1 ratio by volume)
Let it induct for 20 minutes before use
Stir, don’t shake (avoids bubbles)
Application Tips: Primekote
Apply 2 thin coats:
You can brush/roll and tip, or spray if you're set up
Use high-density foam rollers + a good-quality brush for tipping
Allow 5–6 hours between coats at ~70°F
Lightly sand with 220–320 grit between coats
🧠 “Tipping” = brushing behind the roller while the paint is still wet to smooth out bubbles/lines
After Primer Cures
Sand smooth (220–320 grit)
Clean surface again (wipe with solvent)
You're ready for topcoat!
Topcoat Tips (Perfection or Brightside)
Interlux Perfection (2-part)
Mix resin + curing agent (2:1 ratio by volume)
Let it induct for 20 mins
Apply 2–3 coats, sand lightly between coats
Can be rolled and tipped, or sprayed
Takes 24–48 hours to fully cure
Interlux Brightside (1-part)
Easier to work with
Just stir and roll/tip — no mixing
Also 2–3 coats recommended
Still sand lightly between coats
Best Conditions for Application 🌦
Temp: 60–85°F (avoid full sun)
Humidity: Under 85%
Avoid wind or dust — work early morning if needed
Checklist
Fiberglass_Camper_Painting_Checklist.pdf