METHOD FOR PROTECTING SURFACES OF OBJECTS OR CONSTRUCTIONS THAT ARE EXPOSED TO SURFACE-WATER AGAINST GROWTH OF BIOLOGICAL ORIGIN

摘要

Abstract of the DisclosureThe present invention relates to an anti-fouling paint formulationand a method which is suitable for protecting surfaces, exposed to water,from biological growths. The paint formulation comprises a water-insolublepolymeric binder, a water-soluble polymer binder and a sparingly water-soluble solid toxicant. The method comprises the application of the paintformulation to the surface of and object or construction.