International Intertuf 16 Narrowboat Hull Blacking is a single-pack, high-build bituminous coating engineered to protect steel hulls economically and effectively. Product code JBA016.

• Single-pack, high-build bituminous coating for steel
• Tough, non-cracking film to protect against rust
• Ideal for narrowboats, canal boats and barges
• Chemically resistant to mild acids and alkalis
• Black finish (JBA016)
• Size 20 L (4.4 UK gal / 5.3 US gal)
• Economical and easy to apply

Apply by brush or roller; two coats are recommended. Ensure surfaces are clean, degreased and free of loose rust. Use a suitable primer on bare steel where required. Touch dry is typically 8–24 hours and recoat after 24 hours at 20°C; drying and full cure times will vary with temperature and film thickness.

For application guidance see our painting guide.