> Howdy! I'm getting ready to finish a Ches 17 and a Ches 18. On the
> woodkayak.com site the reviewer says that they got poor results using the
> Interlux Brightside paint and therefore opted for the 2 part Interthane
> Plus paint.

I used Interlux Brightsides on a Ches 16 with great results. If temperature is optimal (60-75 degrees) it levels out well, and dries to high gloss. The latter coats on mine went on in somewhat colder temps, which prevented it from leveling as well. I've heard that the 2 parts are the best, both in gloss and durability. I would, however, use Brightsides again, as it is easy to apply and the results are excellent.