Why Are Ships Painted Red?
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why are ships painted red below the waterline but why I mean ships exist at Sea why not paint it blue or green or something nautical
the answer was copper and sailing ships had thin copper plates nailed onto their wooden holes
it was back in 1865 when a chap named Heinrich raan from Germany patented a paint formula that was designed specifically to protect the underside of ship's hulls
Venetian red is a pigment the color of paint that dates back to ancient times for one simple reason it's naturally occurring
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We've all asked ourselves the question, "Why are ships painted red?" At least why are ships always painted red under the water line and not some colour that reflects the ocean like blue or green? We all subconsciously think it. Is it to hide rust or some kind of age-old tradition that's still followed blindly today? Well, it's a very interesting story... or I think it is, so sit back and relax as I reveal exactly why ships are painted red! Oceanliner Designs explores the design, construction, engineering and operation of history’s greatest vessels– from Titanic to Queen Mary and from the Empress of Ireland to the Lusitania. Join maritime researcher and illustrator Michael Brady as he tells the stories behind some of history's most famous ocean liners and machines! #ships #red #mystery #unveiling #fascinating #paint #color #history #maritime #ocean #navy #sailing #vessel #boat #explore #travel #adventure #curiosity #knowledge #documentary #titanic #history #facts #ships