Etalon Masking Film 4m x 150m

Professional Masking Protection for Painting & Refinishing

Correct masking is essential for a clean and professional paint repair.

The Etalon Masking Film 4m x 150m provides fast coverage of large surfaces that need to remain protected during:

• Painting
• Priming
• Spray application
• Sanding
• Surface preparation
• Local repairs
• Refit work

It creates a protective barrier between the work area and surrounding surfaces, helping prevent unwanted overspray, dust and contamination.

For professional yacht and boat work, this can significantly reduce cleaning time after painting and help achieve a more controlled refinishing process.

Large 4m Width for Fast Surface Coverage

The film opens to a width of:

4 meters

This allows large sections to be covered quickly without needing many separate pieces of masking material.

It is particularly useful for large yacht surfaces such as:

• Hull sections
• Superstructures
• Deck areas
• Large panels
• Windows and glazing
• Equipment surrounding a repair area
• Interior spaces during refurbishment

The wide format allows efficient masking of both small and large projects.

150m Roll for Professional Use

Each roll contains:

150 metres of masking film

Combined with the 4m width, this provides a theoretical coverage area of up to:

600m²

before allowance for overlapping, cutting and waste.

The large roll format makes it especially practical for:

• Yacht refit yards
• Boat-building facilities
• Professional paint workshops
• Maintenance departments
• Larger repainting projects
• Repeated local repair work

Statically Charged for Easier Application

Etalon specifies that the film is statically charged.

The static effect helps attract the film towards the surface being covered, making positioning and masking easier.

This is especially useful when covering:

• Large vertical panels
• Curved hull sections
• Superstructures
• Complex yacht shapes
• Areas where the film needs to remain close to the substrate

Better surface contact also reduces the chance of loose film interfering with the painting process.

Special Surface Treatment for Overspray Retention

The outer surface of the Etalon Masking Film is specially treated to help retain paint overspray.

This is an important feature because ordinary plastic sheeting may allow dried overspray to detach or move around the paint area.

The treated surface helps keep paint mist on the film, contributing to a cleaner working environment and reducing the risk of loose overspray contaminating freshly painted surfaces.

Paintable Masking Film

The Etalon ET/CRM-150 is specifically designed as a paintable masking film.

This means the exposed side can receive paint overspray during spray application without being used simply as conventional packaging plastic.

This makes it suitable for professional refinishing environments where overspray control is important.

Protects Against Paint Overspray

Spray painting generates fine paint mist that can travel much further than the immediate repair area.

Without sufficient protection, overspray can settle on:

• Gelcoat
• Painted surfaces
• Windows
• Stainless-steel fittings
• Deck equipment
• Hardware
• Interior components
• Machinery
• Tools

Using a large masking film allows these surrounding areas to be covered before spraying begins.

Excellent for Yacht & Boat Painting

Yacht refinishing often requires a larger masking area than the actual repair itself.

For example, when repairing one section of a superstructure, nearby:

• Windows
• Deck hardware
• Rails
• Fittings
• Adjacent paintwork
• Equipment

may all require protection.

The 4m-wide Etalon film makes it possible to cover large sections efficiently while leaving only the required repair zone exposed.

Useful During Sanding & Surface Preparation

Masking film is not only useful during spraying.

It can also help protect surrounding areas during:

• Mechanical sanding
• F during spraying.

It can also help protect surrounding areas during:

• Mechanical sanding
• Filler sanding
• Primer sanding
• GRP preparation
• Dust-generating repair work

Sanding dust can spread quickly through a yacht or workshop.

Covering adjacent areas before beginning the work can significantly reduce contamination and subsequent cleaning.

10-Micron Film Thickness

The Etalon Masking Film has a specified thickness of:

10 microns

This provides a lightweight film that can be unfolded and positioned easily while still providing practical protection during professional refinishing work.

The thin construction also makes it easy to cut around the required repair area.

Resistant to Infrared Drying

Etalon specifies the masking film as resistant to infrared drying.

This is particularly useful in professional refinishing workshops where infrared equipment may be used to accelerate drying of:

• Primers
• Fillers
• Paint repairs
• Compatible coating systems

Always respect the operating conditions of the complete paint system and drying equipment.

Ideal for Hull Masking

During local hull painting or repair, only a specific part of the surface may need to remain exposed.

The Etalon film can be used to protect the surrounding hull before:

• Primer application
• Topcoat repairs
• Local paint correction
• Spray repairs
• Cosmetic refinishing

Masking tape can then be used to define the exact edge of the repair area.

Excellent for Superstructure Work

The wide film is particularly practical on yacht superstructures, where several different surfaces may be close together.

It can help protect:

• Windows
• Glass
• Doors
• Hatches
• Stainless hardware
• Adjacent panels
• Deck surfaces

while one selected area is being repaired or painted.

Useful for Interior Refit Work

During yacht interior renovation, sanding and painting can create significant dust and contamination.

Masking film can be used to temporarily protect:

• Furniture
• Equipment
• Doors
• Interior panels
• Flooring
• Fixtures
• Nearby work areas

This makes it useful beyond exterior painting alone.

Saves Preparation & Cleaning Time

Proper masking takes time before painting, but it can save much more time afterwards.

By preventing paint mist and sanding dust from reaching surrounding areas, the Etalon masking film can help reduce:

• Overspray removal
• Polishing
• Additional cleaning
• Rework
• Contamination of adjacent components

For professional refit work, this can improve overall workshop efficiency.

Why Choose Etalon Masking Film 4m x 150m?

The Etalon ET/CRM-150 combines the key characteristics required from a professional masking film:

• Large coverage
• Static cling
• Paintable treated surface
• Overspray retention
• Lightweight construction
• IR-drying resistance
• Professional roll format

For yacht painters, refit yards, maintenance teams and professional workshops, it provides a simple and efficient way to protect large surfaces throughout the repair and refinishing process.

Key Benefits

• Professional Etalon masking film
• 4m wide
• 150m long
• Up to approximately 600m² theoretical coverage
• 10-micron thickness
• Statically charged
• Clings more easily to covered surfaces
• Paintable treated surface
• Designed to retain paint overspray
• Helps protect against spray mist
• Helps protect against sanding dust
• Helps protect against workshop contamination
• Suitable for large-area masking
• Resistant to infrared drying
• Easy to position
• Easy to cut to the required repair area
• Excellent for yacht painting
• Ideal for boat refinishing
• Suitable for refit yards and professional workshops
• Supplied as 1 roll per box

Recommended Yacht & Marine Applications

Ideal for:

• Yacht painting
• Boat painting
• Yacht refit
• Boat refit
• Hull masking
• Superstructure masking
• Local paint repairs
• Primer application
• Topcoat repairs
• Spray painting
• GRP repairs
• Sanding protection
• Deck protection
• Window protection
• Equipment protection
• Interior refit protection
• Professional marine paint workshops

How to Use

1. Make sure the area to be covered is clean and suitable for masking.
2. Unroll the required length of Etalon Masking Film.
3. Position the film over the surface requiring protection.
4. Allow the static properties of the film to help it conform to the surface.
5. Secure critical edges using suitable masking tape.
6. Identify the exact area that must remain exposed for painting or repair.
7. Carefully cut the film around the repair area using an appropriate film cutter.
8. Tape the cut edges securely to prevent overspray entering beneath the film.
9. Check all surrounding areas before spraying.
10. Carry out the painting or repair operation.
11. Remove the masking carefully after the coating process according to the paint-system requirements.
12. Dispose of contaminated film responsibly.

Professional Masking Tips

For cleaner results:

• Cover a larger area than you initially think is necessary.
• Secure all edges exposed to direct spray.
• Avoid unnecessary folds near the paint edge.
• Keep the film away from the wet painted surface.
• Make sure the correct treated side is exposed to paint overspray where applicable.
• Use professional masking tape to define clean paint edges.
• Cut the film with a suitable safety film cutter.
• Check for gaps around fittings and corners before spraying.
• Replace damaged or contaminated masking material.
• Avoid dragging dirty film over freshly prepared surfaces.

Masking Film vs Ordinary Plastic Sheet

Ordinary plastic film may protect an object from dust, but professional paint masking film is designed for a different purpose.

Ordinary Plastic Sheet

Generally used for:

• Storage
• Packaging
• Basic dust protection
• General covering

Etalon Masking Film

Designed for:

• Professional painting
• Overspray retention
• Static surface cling
• Large-area paint masking
• Spray booth and refinishing work
• IR-assisted refinishing processes

For professional yacht painting, purpose-made masking film provides a significantly more appropriate solution.

Masking Film & Masking Tape – Better Together

The film provides large-area coverage, while masking tape defines the exact repair edges.

A typical masking process may include:

Masking Film → Large Surface Protection

Masking Tape → Edges & Repair Boundaries

Masking Paper / Additional Protection → Specific High-Risk Areas

Combining the correct masking products provides a cleaner and more controlled painting environment.

Technical Specifications

Brand: Etalon
Product: Masking Film
Etalon Product Code: ET/CRM-150
Product Type: Professional Paint Masking Film
Dimensions: 4m x 150m
Width: 4m
Length: 150m
Theoretical Surface Area: Approx. 600m²
Film Thickness: 10 microns
Surface: Specially treated for overspray retention
Paintable: Yes
Static Properties: Yes
Infrared Drying Resistance: Yes
Primary Use: Painting & refinishing protection
Marine / Yacht Application: Yes
Packaging: Roll
Quantity: 1 roll per box

Storage & Handling

For best performance:

• Store the roll in a clean and dry environment.
• Keep the film protected from workshop dust before use.
• Avoid damaging or puncturing the roll.
• Keep away from sharp objects during storage.
• Do not store near excessive heat or open flames.
• Keep unused film inside its protective packaging where possible.
• Dispose of used film according to the paint and chemical contamination present on it.

Safety

When masking and painting:

• Use suitable personal protective equipment for the painting operation.
• Take care when cutting the film.
• Use an enclosed-blade safety cutter where possible.
• Keep loose film away from moving machinery.
• Keep film away from flames and uncontrolled heat sources.
• Ensure adequate ventilation during painting.
• Follow the Safety Data Sheets of all coatings and solvents being used.