Antifouling

Antifouling is a product applied to the hull of a boat and which is used to discourage the attachment of sea organisms such as plankton and seaweed spores. Heavy fouling can slow down the craft, make it less responsive, less easy to manoeuvre and less fuel-efficient.This treatment can also protect the hull from corrosion. It may contain chemicals which are harmful to sea life and so are subject to regulations concerning their usage.This treatment has to be renewed regularly.