EVERCOAT® Launches New Aqua Craft™ Innovation at IBEX Marine Show

CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)--EVERCOAT^® a leading innovator in marine repair solutions, is excited to announce the brand will make its debut appearance next week at the IBEX Marine Show in Tampa, FL. As part of the show, EVERCOAT^® is launching Aqua Craft™, an all-new marine line that resets the standard for performance above- and below- the waterline with up to 15x faster dry-to-sand time, filling & faring in one, and compatibility with both gel coat and paint systems.

“We’re focused on Marine given the tremendous category growth potential, our rich history in the category, and our innovation leadership,” noted Dan Clarke, Vice President and General Manager at EVERCOAT^®. “We’re launching game-changing innovation with Aqua Craft that we hope will help serve the marine industry with improved cycle times, greater efficiency, and premier performance.”

Aqua Craft™ will feature two new products, a lightweight vinyl ester filler and 4:1 primer surfacer that are an ideal choice for boat builders, repair yards, and marine maintenance professionals who want the highest levels of quality and performance.

Key Benefits of Aqua Craft™

• Aqua Craft™ Lightweight Vinyl Ester Marine Filler
  • 15x Faster Dry-to-Sand Time, Sandable after 30 minutes
  • Heavy filling & faring in one
  • Compatibility with paint, gel coat and fiberglass
  • 500+ Hours In-Water Submersion Corrosion Resistance (ASTM D870)
  • Superior performance above & below the waterline
  • Stain-free: No amine blush or soap washing required after application
    
• Aqua Craft™ 4:1 Vinyl Ester Marine Primer Surfacer
  • 6x Faster Dry-to-Sand Time, Sandable after just 4 hours
  • High Build (2-4mil per coat)
  • Easy Sanding
  • Superior Filling & Leveling
  • 500+ Hours In-Water Submersion Corrosion Resistance (ASTM D870)
  • Superior performance above & below the waterline
  • Extended working time: Up to 2 ½ hours pot life

EVERCOAT^® will be showcasing Aqua Craft^® at its IBEX booth located on the 2^nd Floor of the Tampa Convention Center during regular show hours October 7-9^th, 2025. The brand invites its current and any prospective customers to come learn more.

About EVERCOAT^®

EVERCOAT^®, based in Cincinnati, OH, produces premium fillers, putties, and primers that serve the professional marine, automotive, and home repair markets. EVERCOAT^® began in 1953, and with 70+ years of category-leading innovation has grown to one of the strongest portfolios of trusted repair brands including EVERCOAT^®, EVERCOAT^® Body Shop, EVERCOAT^® Marine, Home Fix^®, and Clay Magic^®. Please visit Evercoat.com for the latest news and information.