A wooden boat’s finish is the difference between a vessel which turns every head on the water and one which just looks acceptable. Whether your boat is entirely painted or has paint accents to finished wood, seeking the help of a professional who has a deep understanding of the finishing process is essential for your boat to look its best. Our company has decades of experience working on wooden boats of all ages, and we’re happy to be one of the most trusted names when it comes to Chris-Craft boat services not just in Lake Tahoe but around the nation. We offer a full line of services, including regular maintenance, finishing, repairs and restoration. In this article, we will focus on our painting services for Chris-Craft boats. While we’re happy to work on any wooden vessel, Chris-Craft boats are some of the most popular models in the wooden boat community. Check out the answers below to some common questions regarding our painting services to learn more.

What is Involved in the Painting Process?

A wooden boat owner typically wants their vessel to look as close to the original model as possible, and in order to accomplish this goal on boats which can approach a century in age, it’s important to take great care in the finishing process. When we bring a boat in to be painted, begin by sanding down the wood to remove any existing paint and create a canvas which is able to accept the new paint evenly. From there, we add specialized marine paint and protective coatings in multiple coats. Some people like to have exposed wood and others want the entire boat painted, so ultimately our goal is to provide exactly what they’re looking for.

How Often Should I Paint My Boat?

There are many advantages to choosing a professional to paint your boat, including the longevity of the paint job. If your boat is professionally painted, your vessel will be coated in high quality marine paint which is expertly applied and coated with the right protectants to ensure it lasts as long as possible. When professionally finished, a boat’s paint can last for several years. Wooden boats should have their protective coatings/varnish re-applied every year, and following this practice in addition to the professional paint job will help your paint last longer. Whether or not the boat is in salt water will also impact how long paint and any finish will last.

Why Should I Choose Your Company?

We are wooden boat lovers as well, and we’re proud to have been trusted by many satisfied customers over the years. Our owner has a passion for wooden boats and has over 25 years of experience working on them, so you are getting an expert level service which will make a difference in the way your boat looks and performs on the water. If you have specific questions about our painting process or any other service we offer, please feel free to give us a call or book your consultation online to learn more about how we can help care for your wooden boat.