Boat exterior detailing
Wash, decontaminate, polish and protect — restoring your boat's finish and keeping it that way.
More than a wash
A hose-down after a day on the water removes loose salt — but it doesn't address oxidation, water spots, embedded contaminants or UV damage. Over time, these take a real toll on your boat's gelcoat, paint and fittings.
Our Exterior Care service is a full decontamination, correction and protection treatment. We restore the finish, remove what's damaging it, and apply durable protection to keep it looking good between details.
What's included
| Area | What we do |
|---|---|
| Hull Sides | Pre-wash, foam cannon, hand wash, clay bar decontamination, machine polish (if needed), sealant or wax protection |
| Deck & Non-skid | Deep scrub of all deck surfaces, non-skid cleaning with appropriate brushes, rinse and dress |
| Rails & Fittings | Stainless steel and chrome polished, aluminium cleaned and protected, all hardware detailed |
| Windows & Screens | Exterior glass and acrylic cleaned with marine-safe products — no ammonia, no scratching |
| Rub Rails & Gunwales | Cleaned, restored and dressed — removing scuff marks and yellowing |
| Transom | Full clean including exhaust staining removal, lettering cleaned, gelcoat polished |
| Outboard / Stern Drive | Engine cowling cleaned and dressed, lower unit wiped down (above waterline) |
| Teak (if applicable) | Cleaned, brightened and sealed — optional add-on for teak decks and swim platforms |
Right product, right surface
Not all boat surfaces are the same — and neither are the products that protect them. We match every product to the specific material it's being applied to:
- Gelcoat — Marine-grade compound and polish, followed by a UV-stable sealant or carnauba wax
- Fibreglass — Non-abrasive cleaners and long-lasting sealant protection
- Stainless steel — Acid-free metal polish that removes tea staining and water spots
- Aluminium — Oxidation removal and protective coating to prevent pitting
- Teak — Two-part cleaning system followed by teak oil or sealant
- Acrylic windows — Scratch-free cleaners designed specifically for boat windscreens
We never use generic car-care products on boats. Marine environments demand marine-grade solutions.
Big boat exterior care
Vessels 20ft and over are detailed with the hull out of the water, giving full access to below the waterline, the keel, running gear and waterline band. Larger vessels require scaffolding for full topside coverage. All big boat exterior jobs are quoted individually based on vessel size, condition, and haul-out logistics.
We coordinate with your marina or boatyard on haul-out scheduling.
Big boat exterior work may include:
- Multi-stage machine polishing across large hull areas
- Scaffolding or platform access for topsides work
- Superstructure and flybridge detailing
- Anchor and windlass cleaning
- Davit and tender cradle detailing
- Ceramic coating for long-term protection (optional)
Pricing
Exterior care is included in all three package tiers (Essential, Regular, Premium) at varying scope:
- Essential: Wash only
- Regular: Wash + wax + window clean
- Premium: Full compound, polish, wax + stainless + windows
Book exterior care
Tell us about your boat and we'll provide a tailored quote for exterior detailing.