However, you must wait 7 days at 77 for full cure before painting. Be sure you check the surface first. This is a personal choice and is a subject we could write a book about. We have not had a paint failure over our epoxy system ever. Amateurs and professionals have used every system out there.
All paints adhere to our system.
We recommend you follow the instructions after the barrier coating procedure. We do not recommend gelcoat over the epoxy. F.Y.I. One catalyzed gallon will cover approximately 500 sq. 3 ml thick. A 40' hull will require a 6-gallon kit to barrier coat.