Protect Your Boat.
On the Water and Off It.
Professional marine ceramic coating for boats and jet skis on the Sunshine Coast. Gtechniq Marine Ceramic Base and Top — a two-stage system engineered for saltwater, UV and the harshest marine conditions. Applied in our controlled Corbould Park studio. Priced on assessment.
Salt, UV and the Elements.
Your Gelcoat Needs Proper Protection.
The Sunshine Coast marine environment is one of the most demanding on the planet for boat surfaces. Saltwater, UV radiation, hard water deposits, marine growth and the constant wet-dry cycle all attack your gelcoat — accelerating oxidation, chalking and dullness faster than almost any other environment. Traditional wax offers weeks of protection. Gtechniq Marine Ceramic coating bonds permanently to the gelcoat at a molecular level and lasts years.
We use Gtechniq's dedicated two-stage Marine Ceramic system — Marine Ceramic Base followed by Marine Ceramic Top. This isn't an automotive product repurposed for boats. It's specifically engineered for marine gelcoat and the conditions boats face in and out of the water. Every vessel is assessed, prepared and coated in our controlled Corbould Park studio.
We accommodate vessels up to approximately 7 metres in length and up to 3.5 metres in height — trailer boats, powerboats, fishing boats, ski boats, bowriders and jet skis. All work is performed inside our studio. If you're unsure whether your vessel fits, call us before booking.
If It Fits in the Studio, We Can Protect It.
We accommodate vessels up to approximately 7 metres in length and 3.5 metres in height — on trailer, in the studio bay at Corbould Park.
We cannot accommodate vessels over approximately 7m in length or 3.5m in height. If you're unsure whether your vessel fits, call us on 0458 165 810 before booking — we'd rather confirm upfront than turn you away at the door.
Two Stages. One Permanent Result.
Gtechniq's Marine Ceramic system is a two-stage application — Base first, Top over it. Each stage delivers different properties. Together they deliver the most complete marine gelcoat protection available from a professional installer.
- + Permanent chemical bond to gelcoat
- + Ultra-hard protective barrier
- + UV, saltwater and salt spray resistance
- + Prevents oxidation and fading
- + Resists swirl marks from washing
- + High-gloss finish locked in
- + Applied over Ceramic Base
- + Extreme dirt and water repellency
- + Strong anti-static — dust-free surface
- + Built-in UV filter
- + Enhanced gloss and surface slickness
- + Dramatically easier to clean and maintain
The two-stage system delivers what single-stage products can't — permanent hardness and UV resistance from the Base, combined with maximum dirt repellency, gloss and anti-static performance from the Top. For Sunshine Coast conditions, both stages are recommended on every job.
Protect More Than Just the Hull
The hull isn't the only surface that needs protection. These add-ons can be included with any marine ceramic coating job — get in touch to discuss what's right for your vessel.
Marine Coating Requires a Controlled Environment
Applying ceramic coating to a boat hull outdoors — in a car park, on a driveway or at a marina — introduces variables that directly compromise the result. Dust contamination, unstable temperature and humidity, inadequate preparation lighting. These aren't minor inconveniences, they're the difference between a coating that lasts years and one that fails in months.
Wax Washes Off. Ceramic Doesn't.
Most boat owners use wax or polymer sealant. It's what their marina sells and what they've always used. Here's the honest comparison.
- ✗ Washes off in saltwater
- ✗ Degrades under UV in weeks to months
- ✗ Needs reapplication every 3-6 months
- ✗ Limited chemical and oxidation resistance
- ✗ Ongoing cost and time investment
- + Permanent molecular bond to gelcoat
- + Cannot be removed by saltwater or washing
- + Years of protection from a single application
- + Superior UV, oxidation and chemical resistance
- + Dramatically easier to clean and maintain
Ready to stop reapplying wax every season?
Call us and we'll walk through the right approach for your vessel before you book.
Marine Ceramic Coating — Answered
What's the difference between Marine Ceramic Base and Marine Ceramic Top?
They work as a two-stage system. Marine Ceramic Base is the foundation — it bonds permanently to the gelcoat at a molecular level, forming an ultra-hard protective barrier against UV, saltwater, oxidation and swirl marks. Marine Ceramic Top is applied over the Base and adds the performance layer — extreme dirt repellency, enhanced gloss, an anti-static function that keeps the surface dust-free, and an additional UV filter. Together they deliver what neither product can achieve alone. We recommend both stages on every marine job.
Can you coat aluminium boats?
Yes — aluminium hulls can be coated using the appropriate Gtechniq product for the surface. Aluminium requires different preparation to fibreglass gelcoat. We assess the surface before recommending a product and approach. Call us to discuss your specific vessel.
My gelcoat is looking dull and oxidised — can you restore it first?
In many cases yes. Mild to moderate oxidation can be significantly improved through machine polishing before ceramic coating is applied — locking in a restored finish rather than coating over deterioration. Severe oxidation that has gone through the gelcoat entirely may not be fully restorable without repainting. We assess the condition honestly before quoting and tell you what's achievable.
How long does a marine ceramic coating job take?
It depends on vessel size, condition and scope. A standard jet ski or small trailer boat is typically a 1-2 day job. A full-size powerboat up to 7 metres with both coating stages, glass and wheel add-ons is a 2-3 day job minimum. Exact timing is confirmed at assessment.
What's the maximum vessel size you can accommodate?
We can accommodate vessels up to approximately 7 metres in length and 3.5 metres in height — on trailer, inside our studio bay at Corbould Park. If you're unsure whether your vessel fits, call us before booking and we'll confirm. We'd rather sort that out upfront.
Does the boat need to be clean before I drop it off?
It helps but it doesn't need to be perfect. We carry out our own multi-stage decontamination wash as part of every job — removing salt residue, marine growth residue, wax and contamination before any product is applied. That said, removing heavy salt and grime before drop-off is a courteous starting point.
How do I maintain the coating after application?
Rinse with fresh water after every saltwater use — this is good practice regardless of coating. For washing, use a pH-neutral marine shampoo and a soft wash mitt. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh detergents and brushes that could scratch the coating surface. The coating dramatically reduces the effort and frequency required to keep the vessel looking good.
How much does it cost?
All pricing is by assessment — marine jobs vary significantly based on vessel size, surface construction, condition and the scope of work included. Call us on 0458 165 810 or get in touch via the contact form and we'll work through the right approach and provide an accurate quote before you commit to anything.
Based at Corbould Park — Sunshine Coast
All marine ceramic coating work is performed at our studio at Unit 1, 38-40 Claude Boyd Parade, Corbould Park. Vessels are dropped off on trailer and collected Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm. We have a large studio bay that accommodates vessels up to approximately 7 metres in length and 3.5 metres in height.
We service clients from across the Sunshine Coast and are happy to coordinate drop-off and collection. If you're travelling from further afield, call us to arrange timing.