Comprehensive Wash, Heavy Cut, Correction, Polish & Wax (9-Step Service)

For boats with heavy oxidation, chalky gelcoat, or deep imperfections.

This full restoration service is designed to aggressively cut, correct, and restore severely oxidized gelcoat back to high-gloss protection.

Step 1: We begin by pressure rinsing the vessel using a wide fan tip from a safe distance (24–36 inches) to remove loose salt, debris, and buildup without damaging gelcoat, decals, or trim.

Step 2: We apply Star Brite Sea Safe Wash using a Griot’s Garage Foam Cannon, covering the entire exterior with a thick, even layer of soap and allowing it to dwell to soften grime.

Step 3: Our detailers wash the entire exterior by hand using soft-bristle brushes, working from the top down. We also spot-treat windshields, brows, and bows with Griot’s Garage Bug & Smudge Remover, and use Mr. Clean Magic Erasers around caulk seams, rub rails, and non-skid edges to remove stubborn buildup. Then, the vessel is thoroughly rinsed to remove all soap and residue.

Step 4: We perform a complete decontamination pass using a Griot’s Garage Fine Surface Prep Mitt lubricated with soapy water, removing bonded contaminants like water spots, oxidation film, and surface haze. Once decontamination is complete, the vessel is thoroughly rinsed to remove any remaining soap or loosened debris in preparation for drying.

Step 5: The entire boat is hand-dried using microfiber towels, with extra attention given to tight areas like cleats, hatches, and rail bases to eliminate streaks and prevent trapped moisture.

Step 6: We start with a heavy cut using 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound using a Griot’s Garage Random Orbital Polisher with a White BOSS Heavy Correcting Pad, working one section at a time to remove heavy oxidation and surface imperfections. Each compounded section is immediately wiped off with microfiber towels to remove residue and inspect for uniform correction.

Step 7: We polish the exterior using Meguiar’s M205 Professional Ultra Finishing Polish on a Black BOSS Perfecting Pad, working in overlapping passes. After polishing each section, we remove residue by hand with microfiber towels, enhancing clarity and gloss.

Step 8: We wax with Meguiar’s Flagship Premium Marine Wax using the same polisher equipped with a Red Wax Pad, then buff it off by hand with microfiber towels to protect the surface and lock in shine.

Step 9: To complete the service, we clean all glass surfaces using Griot’s Garage Ultra-Premium Glass Cleaner and Imar Strataglass Protective Cleaner for soft vinyl enclosures, such as isinglass or Strata glass, ensuring streak-free clarity without compromising material integrity.

Products Used:
• Star Brite Sea Safe Wash – Applied with foam cannon, agitated with soft-bristle brush
• Griot’s Garage Bug & Smudge Remover – For windshield, bow, and brow splatter
• Mr. Clean Magic Eraser – For caulk seams, rub rails, and non-skid edge work
• Griot’s Garage Fine Surface Prep Mitt – For bonded contaminant removal
• 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound – Applied with DA polisher + White BOSS Microfiber Fast Correcting Pad
• Meguiar’s M205 Professional Ultra Finishing Polish – Applied with DA polisher + Black BOSS Perfecting Pad
• Meguiar’s Flagship Premium Marine Wax – Applied with DA polisher + Red Wax Pad
• Microfiber Towels – For drying and removal
• Griot’s Garage Ultra-Premium Glass Cleaner – For hard windows and polycarbonate
• Imar Strataglass Protective Cleaner – For cleaning and protecting soft enclosure windows (Isinglass, Strata glass)

Pricing:
• Open Bow: $38 per foot
• Cabin House: $44 per foot