TotalBoat

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Overview

TotalBoat provides marine products including epoxy resins, paints, varnishes, adhesives, and coatings for boat builders, DIY makers, and craftsmen. The brand operates under Jamestown Distributors, a family-run company with a focus on boat maintenance, restoration, and building supplies from a 40,000 square foot warehouse in Bristol, RI. It targets marine, woodworking, and maker communities with products tested in their own workshop.

History

TotalBoat was launched in 2012 as a brand under Jamestown Distributors, which was founded in 1977. The brand developed from a desire to improve existing marine products for personal use by boaters and makers. It has grown into an industry presence in marine and DIY supplies through in-house testing and team expertise.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Epoxy Resins (high-performance marine epoxies)	boat building and repair	$50 - $500
Paints & Topside Finishes (one-part polyurethane)	marine hull and deck coatings	$30 - $300
Varnish & Clear Finishes (UV-protective)	brightwork and wood protection	$25 - $200
Primers & Barriers (anti-osmosis protection)	underwater hull preparation	$40 - $250
Adhesives & Sealants (flexible bonding)	deck and hull sealing	$20 - $150

Manufacturing

Products are developed and tested at the TotalBoat workshop in Bristol, RI. The company operates from a 40,000 square foot warehouse there, suggesting in-house handling of distribution and possibly some production. Specific manufacturing locations beyond the US base are not detailed.

Notable Products

TotalBoat Penetrating Epoxy - Two-part epoxy for wood restoration and boat repairs.
TotalBoat Wet Edge Topside Paint - One-part polyurethane paint for above-waterline marine surfaces.
TotalBoat Java Gelcoat - Color-matched gelcoat for repairing boat hulls.
TotalBoat Krypton Varnish - One-part varnish for UV protection on brightwork.
TotalBoat ThixoFlex (Thickened Epoxy) - Adhesive filler for structural bonding in boat building.

Reputation

TotalBoat is regarded by boaters, makers, and DIY enthusiasts as a reliable source for accessible marine-grade products with strong technical support. Professionals note its workshop-tested formulations suited for real-world applications in boat building and restoration. Some users mention it as a practical alternative to traditional brands, though long-term durability feedback varies among applications.

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