Marine detailing consists of various stages to enhance your boats appearance, starting with the wash procedure. Biff only uses high quality shampoos and cleaners to remove dirt, mould and yellowing. This is best for your boat and the environment.
Once the boat is cleaned and fully dried, GRP correction can take place to remove dull/faded GRP and bring the mirror finish back to your boat. This can be achieved by a single stage machine polish or a more in-depth multiple stage polishing process (a patch test will be required before quote is given to determine how many stages of machine polishing or sanding is required).
Once the GRP has been renovated it is we highly recommend that a sealant is applied for protection. As the sealant we use repels salt water and dirt it makes cleaning easier in future.
As we are a mobile operator we can come to your marina or you can bring your boat to our base at Falmouth Yacht Brokers where they offer a range or boat services form mechanical to antifouling.
Our Services
All prices are depended on boats condition and GRPs condition. A test panel will be required before written quotation is given.
Rejuvenation Detail
A Single Stage Machine Polishing then protected with A-Glaze Sealant
This detail is perfect for lightly dull faded Gel coats. A Rejuvenation Detail includes a full wash down and all metal polished. Recommended annually, to enhance the Gel coat to a high gloss finish. A-Glaze sealant is then applied for 12 – 18 months protection. Alternatively, spray wax for a short protection life would be recommended after the detail for boats that are getting ready for sale.
Advance Correction Detail
A 2 to 3 Stage Compound polishing then protected with A- Glaze sealant.
For a dull faded boat, a compound machine polish will be needed. This detail would be recommended for boats with dull or faded gelcoats. Removing the right amount of oxidisation to bring back the gloss, requires skill and experience. As removing too much gelcoat can result in patchy, weakened and thin areas. After a washdown and shampoo. The first polishing stage is a strong cut compound to eliminate surface defects. The second polishing stage uses a refining compound/polish, producing a mirror reflection finish. Metal polishing and glass polished included. Then A-Glaze sealant is applied for 12 – 18 months protection.
Refresh Detail
A simple wash down is ideal for owners that want their boat looking fresh after use. This maintenance service consists of a hand wash, shampoo with wash mitts and drying each area of the boat separately. Areas include cockpit, decks, seating, hull (topsides to waterline if in water) Cabin area freshen up includes, rubbish removed, WC disinfected, worktops, sink and table tops cleaned.
Regular Maintenance Package
Aftercare is as important as the detail itself
Once you have benefited from one of our details, our Regular Maintenance Package allows you to have peace of mind. Giving your investment protection against salt erosion, weather contaminants, colour fading, UV rays, oxidisation and bird lime.
This service includes sealant top ups which will prolong the life of the newly renovated GRP, and significantly extends the need to repeat another compound machine polish detail.
Included in the Regular Maintenance Package:
- Maintenance inspection
- Wash down,shampoo and dry
- All hatches and lockers cleaned out and dried to prevent mould ingress
- Stains and marks removed from teak decks, cockpit and top side
- Stains and marks removed from hull and grp and areas re-polished if needed
- Stainless steel re-polished
- Top up Sealant applied to glass and instrument screens
- Top up Sealant applied to synthetic teak/ teak decks
- Top up Sealant applied to grp hull, centre console and grp throughout boat, including hatch and locker shuts and inside hatches
- Sealant applied to stainless steel fixtures
- Finishing touches
Boat Sanding
For severely oxidised gel coat, if the boat is dull and chalky then it may need sanding to remove the oxidised gel coat, once sanded the gel coat can be compounded and polished to a high gloss finish.
Teak Restore
Beautiful looking Teak is the Highlight of any boat
Teak decking can quickly lose its natural colouring. Teak restore is for faded and stained teak decks. This process re – colours tired looking teak without the need of sanding. Biffs teak services involve a 3 part process. Decking is cleaned, colour restored and then protected with a none slip UV light protection sealant.
Synthetic teak protection is also available from Biffs Marine Detailing.
Canopy Re-dye
Revitalising your canopy canvas will freshen the appearance and add longevity to its lifespan. Sea weathered , Bird Limes & mouldy canopy’s may make your boat look older than it is. This can be easily rectified by the green algae being removed and neutralised, the canvas re dyed and sealant applied.
A-Glaze Sealant
HOW IT WORKS, IN AN NUTSHELL
A-Glaze sealant bonds to Gel coat and infills microscopic pores, to create an ultra-thin sub-micro barrier. This barrier is highly durable, yet remains flexible allowing it to cope with extreme weather conditions. A-Glaze is suitable for use on all types of marine craft, from personal watercrafts, yachts, speedboats and ribs. Using a combination of polymers and specialist UV absorbers, A-Glaze sealant full protection against fading, streak marks, UV rays, fallout and general day to day grime. I stand by and am always impressed by the high quality of A- Glaze products, For further piece of mind A- Glaze sealant has been tested and approved by Boeing, Airbus and gelcoat manufacturer Scott Bader.