[header] How to paint a fiberglass canoe [title] Gather your supplies from the " things you'll need " section. [title] Establish what's needed to be done on your canoe. [step] If your canoe is already in good shape, but just needs a sanding/painting job, skip this step. 
[title] Fix the canoe if it's damaged or lightly cracked. [step] Apply fiberglass gelcoat, let it dry until the product recommends and then sand the gelcoat to obtain a smooth surface with a 60-80 grit sanding sponge or by hand with normal sanding sheet.