BARNACLE BILLY'S ADDITIVE

Boating is a wonderful experience. It helps you bond with the people you boat with and feel free and connected to nature. But it can also be dangerous if not done in a careful way that protects you and your other shipmates. Barnacle Billy's  has the best anti-fouling product on the market and we are experienced in ocean boating. We have the tips to help keep you safe! Wear Life Jackets Some people simply make sure they have a few life jackets on board in case anything happens, but this is not always enough. If a sudden emergency happens, then you may not have time to rush to the storage compartment, grab the best fitting life jacket, and put it on in time for it to make a difference. It is important that you actually wear the personal flotation device while the boat is underway. There are several kinds of devices now that are less obtrusive and fit better with being able to move freely and less restricted. There are several regulations regarding life jackets and you...

Boating is a wonderful, beautiful experience. Keeping your boat healthy and running efficiently is important so you can continue enjoying the open waters for as long as possible. Barnacle Billy's Additive has a lot of experience in the marine industry, and we are happy to share some quick tips on how to keep your boat in top condition. Read on to learn more! Engine Maintenance The engine is arguably the most important component of your boat. After all, you probably won't be able to get very far without it. Keep your boat's engine running strong by performing regular maintenance checks. It is important to make sure all of the fluid levels are where they should be. If your oil levels are low or nearly empty, your boat is about to run into some serious issues. If it's looking a little low, top off the oil level to help your boat run stronger and longer. A general rule of thumb for oil changes on boats is to have it fully changed every 50-100 running hours. Check...

Barnacles! It may just sound like a fun exclamation, but barnacles are actually live sea creatures. At Barnacle Billy's Additive , we are experts on barnacles. We have the best anti-barnacle product on the market and how to prevent them from adhering to and growing on your boat bottom. Read on to learn more about these fascinating creatures and how to help keep your boat bottom clean! Q: What is a Barnacle? A: Barnacles are classified as arthropods. So even though they can look like oddly-shaped seashells sometimes, they are actually related to crabs and lobsters! Q: Where Do They Live? A: As "encrusters", barnacles attach themselves to hard surfaces and then never move from that place. Some attach with a stalk, while others grow their shells onto the surface of boats Q: What is the Anatomy of a Barnacle? A: They live inside the shells that they create for themselves. It can be difficult to distinguish their anatomy, but they do have a head, thorax, and v...

We are proud to introduce an eco-friendly product to the marine industry. Barnacle Billy’s Additive has been known to double, and in some cases even triple, the life expectancy and effectiveness of your bottom paint. Our additive is guaranteed to enhance the anti-fouling ability of ANY bottom paint on the market. This can mean fewer barnacles and growth on your boat bottom for a longer period of time. You may find that you need fewer haul-outs and that your boat is performing better than before! We believe we have produced truly the best barnacle solution , and we are excited to share it with you. Read on to find out more about why your boat needs paint additive and why Barnacle Billy’s Additive is the best. What is Bio-Fouling? Bio-fouling is the natural process wherein organic matter accumulates on materials submerged in ocean water. This process typically begins when bacterial bio-films and algae start to accumulate on the boat bottom. Barnacles are then attracted ...