We’re just about to post the results of our little test, in which we compared chilli powder, a conventional anti-fouling, and Coppercoat. Before we do so we would like to give Coppercoat the opportunity of commenting.

In the meantime, all I can say about the chilli powder is that it didn’t have much effect. We mixed in as much as the paint could bear, and it appeared to have no effect whatsoever, neither improving nor hindering the anti-fouling properties of the base paint.

Maybe you’ll have better luck – and if you do, be sure to let us know!

Jill

I recently came across your article form 2008 !! regarding chili powder in antifoul paint. I am about to embark on a similar excersise on my fleet of motor yachts in the Virgin Islands. Any advice you can offer with regards to your success, ratio of mixing etc, woudl be greatly appreciated.

many thanks

regards

Will Driver
Virgin Traders