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Boat Detailing in Cairns
Cairns is a boating town — from tinnies to reef charter vessels. Salt water, tropical sun, and marine growth take a serious toll on gel coat, metalwork, and interiors. We bring professional boat detailing to your driveway, boat ramp, or marina berth.
Your Boat Deserves the Same Care
as Your Car
Boats in Cairns work hard — salt water, reef trips, tropical sun beating down on gel coat all day. Most boat owners know they should look after it, but getting to a detailer with a boat on a trailer is a hassle. We solve that by coming to you.
We detail boats on trailers in your driveway, at the boat ramp, or at marina berths. Hull cleaning, oxidation removal, gel coat polishing, and interior deep clean — everything to keep your vessel looking sharp and protected.
Salt Water and Tropical Sun
Never Stop Working
Marine vessels in Cairns face some of the harshest conditions in Australian waters. Regular detailing prevents costly damage.
Salt Water Corrosion
Every trip exposes your boat to corrosive salt water that attacks metalwork, fittings, and gel coat. Post-trip wash-downs help, but professional detailing removes salt from places a hose can't reach — inside cavities, under fittings, and in cockpit crevices.
Gel Coat Oxidation
Cairns' extreme UV rapidly oxidises gel coat, turning it chalky and dull. Professional cut and polish restores the gloss and removes surface oxidation. Following up with a marine ceramic coating or sealant slows the process significantly.
Marine Growth & Staining
Water line staining, algae, and mineral deposits build up on hulls and waterline areas. These aren't just cosmetic — they affect performance and can damage gel coat if left untreated. We remove growth and staining safely without damaging the surface.
Freshwater Rinse
Thorough freshwater rinse to remove loose salt, sand, and debris from the hull, deck, and all surfaces.
Hull Clean & Decontamination
Hull cleaned with marine-specific products to remove water line staining, salt deposits, and mineral buildup. Stubborn stains treated with appropriate acids or compounds.
Gel Coat Polish (If Needed)
Oxidised or dull gel coat is machine-polished to restore gloss and remove chalky surface damage. This transforms weathered boats back to near-new appearance.
Interior & Cockpit Clean
All interior surfaces cleaned — vinyl seats, carpet, console, storage compartments. Mould and mildew treated with antimicrobial products. Glass and screens cleaned.
Protect & Seal
Gel coat sealed with marine-grade sealant or ceramic coating. Metal fittings treated with corrosion inhibitor. Vinyl and rubber protected with UV-resistant products.
Boat Detailing Pricing in Cairns
Boat detailing pricing varies with vessel size and condition. Here's a general guide:
Post-Trip Boat Wash
From around $150. Thorough exterior freshwater wash, salt removal, cockpit clean, and quick interior tidy. Ideal after every trip to prevent salt damage.
Full Boat Detail
From around $300-$500. Complete hull clean, interior deep clean, gel coat polish, and protective sealant. Pricing depends on boat size.
Boat Restoration Detail
From $600+. For neglected vessels — heavy oxidation removal, gel coat correction, full interior restoration, mould treatment, and marine ceramic coating.
Pricing is based on vessel length and condition. We inspect and quote before starting.
Regular maintenance clients receive preferred scheduling.
Keep Your Boat Looking Sharp
Book a boat detail at your driveway, boat ramp, or marina berth. We bring everything we need — you just enjoy the result.
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Learn moreBoat Detailing Questions
Straight answers about boat detailing in Cairns — no jargon.
Yes — that's our most common setup. We come to your house and detail the boat on the trailer in your driveway. All we need is access to a power point and water tap.
Yes — we can detail boats at marina berths, provided we have access to water and power. We'll coordinate with the marina and work around other vessels.
Post-trip washes start from around $150. Full details range from $300 to $500+ depending on boat size and condition. Restoration details for neglected vessels start from $600. We inspect and quote before starting.
At minimum, a freshwater wash after every salt water trip. A full detail every 2-3 months keeps gel coat, interior, and metalwork in good condition. If your boat sits outside in the sun, more frequent gel coat treatment is recommended.
Yes — gel coat oxidation removal is one of our core boat detailing services. We machine-polish the gel coat to remove the chalky oxidised layer and restore the original gloss. For severe oxidation, multiple stages may be needed.
Yes — full interior clean including vinyl seats, carpets, console, storage areas, and all surfaces. Mould and mildew treatment is included as this is extremely common in boats stored in Cairns' humid conditions.