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Guides from Custom Marine Finishes

Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.

October 15, 2026 · 4 min read

Getting a Boat Ready for Hurricane Season in the Lowcountry

Good storm prep is mostly decisions made early: where the boat will be, how it is secured and what comes off it.

October 15, 2026 · 3 min read

Repaint with Awlgrip or Alexseal, or Restore the Gelcoat

Restoring gelcoat and repainting are both good answers, just for different hulls.

October 15, 2026 · 3 min read

Ceramic Coating or Wax for Your Boat: What Each One Does

Both protect gelcoat, but they behave very differently once the boat is back in the sun and salt.

October 15, 2026 · 4 min read

When Gelcoat Chalking Is a Detail Job and When It Needs Repair

Dull, chalky gelcoat often comes back with the right detailing, but cracks and gouges need real repair work.

October 15, 2026 · 4 min read

Choosing Bottom Paint for a Boat Kept in Lowcountry Water

The right antifouling depends on where your boat sits and how long it stays wet, not on which can has the best label.