Precision gel correction
As a boat owner, you understand that well-maintained and protected surfaces not only enhance the appearance of your vessel but also result in significant savings on ongoing maintenance. Harmful UV rays can cause your boat’s gelcoat to fade, becoming chalky and oxidized over time. Precision offers a range of services designed to restore and rejuvenate your boat’s shine, ensuring it remains both visually appealing and protected against the elements.
Gel Correction & Polishing
· Decontamination Wash: Cleanse the gelcoat with a thorough wash to eliminate surface contaminants.
· Acid Wash: Apply an acid solution to break down stubborn stains
· Sanding (if required): For heavy oxidation removal
· Cutting Compound: Cutting compound to restore the gelcoat’s clarity.
· Finishing Polish: Polish to remove compound marks and enhance the gloss, bringing the surface to better-than-new levels.
· Alcohol Wash: Wipe the gelcoat with alcohol to ensure optimal adhesion for the coating.
· Coating: Apply a durable ceramic or wax coating to protect and maintain the restored shine.
Sanding
Sanding is essential for addressing heavy oxidation or deep scratches. We use a range of sandpaper grits, starting from 1000 for initial cuts and progressing to 3000 grit for finer detailing, ensuring we don’t burn through the gelcoat. This process can be performed either by hand or with an orbital machine, depending on the level of precision required.
Waxing
After the correction stage, it’s time to protect your boat’s gelcoat with either wax or a ceramic coating. Creating a protective barrier against harmful UV rays, bird and spider droppings, airborne contaminants, and rainwater, which can sometimes contain acid. A hydrophobic coating is crucial as it ensures water quickly beads and runs off the surface, minimizing potential damage. Waxing should be done at least once per year, although the frequency may vary based on your boat’s environment. For longer-lasting protection and ease of maintenance, a ceramic coating offers superior durability and a higher level of defence.
Ceramic Coating
Hydrophobic, repellency, and beading all describe the same concept: how effectively a surface repels water and contaminants. Simply put, the higher the hydrophobic state, the more water beads off and the less dirt sticks to your boat’s surface, making maintenance easier. While ceramic coatings have a higher upfront cost, they offer exceptional longevity and protection compared to traditional waxes, which degrade quickly. Ceramic coatings provide a durable, long-lasting finish that outperforms wax in terms of both performance and durability. To keep your ceramic coating in top condition, regular washing and the occasional ceramic spray refresh are necessary. This maintenance is quick and simple, ensuring your gelcoat remains in excellent condition with minimal effort.
