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Boat Repair and Restoration Services in Bluffton, SC

Professional boat repair, fiberglass repair, gelcoat repair, marine painting, and boat restoration services for Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, Savannah, Charleston, and the surrounding Lowcountry.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Completed the bottom paint project earlier than expected and right on budget. Excellent customer service and workmanship. I will be a return customer. - Kenny Blackwood

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Complete Boat Repair and Restoration Services

Custom Marine Finishes provides professional boat repair and boat restoration services for owners who want to restore, protect, and improve the condition of their boat.


From fiberglass damage and gelcoat repair to marine painting, detailing, and full boat restoration, our team helps bring older boats back to life and keep newer boats looking their best.


Whether you are repairing storm damage, restoring a boat that has been in the family for years, preparing a boat for resale, or improving the appearance of your current vessel, we can help.

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Our Boat Repair and Restoration Process

Before any boat repair, fiberglass repair, gelcoat repair, or refinishing work begins, we inspect the boat carefully and prepare the surface properly. A clean, well-prepared surface helps ensure a stronger repair and a better final finish.


  1. We wash and clean the boat to remove salt, dirt, wax, and surface contaminants.
  2. We inspect the boat for cracks, chips, dings, fiberglass damage, soft spots, and surface problems.
  3. We identify repairs that may affect structural strength, appearance, or long-term durability.
  4. We repair chips, dings, cracks, and damaged areas before refinishing begins.
  5. We use epoxy-based fillers and bonding agents for strong, stable repairs.
  6. We apply primer based on surface condition, repair needs, and the selected finish system.
  7. We apply base coats for proper coverage and a clean, consistent finish.
  8. When appropriate, we add clear coat based on the project scope, finish goal, and budget.
  9. We can also provide painted boot stripes, vinyl boot stripes, boat decals, and boat name application.
  10. We finish with a surface designed to be easier to clean, maintain, and protect over time.
Our Boat Repair and Restoration Process
Boat Fiberglass Repair

Boat Fiberglass Repair

Custom Marine Finishes provides professional boat fiberglass repair for cracks, chips, dings, impact damage, surface defects, and structural fiberglass concerns.


Every repair is evaluated based on the damage, location, surface condition, and materials required. We use epoxy-based repair products because they provide greater strength and stability compared with standard polyester fillers.


Our qualifying fiberglass repairs are backed by a 3 to 5-year guarantee.

Gelcoat Repair for Boats

We provide professional gelcoat repair for scratches, chips, cracks, blistering, fading, oxidation, and worn marine surfaces.


Our team uses factory-mixed gelcoats whenever possible to achieve the best color match and finish. Because gelcoat color changes over time from sun exposure, oxidation, age, and previous maintenance, an exact match cannot always be guaranteed. In some cases, the repaired area may become more visible over time.


Qualifying gelcoat repairs are backed by a 3 to 5-year guarantee against cracking and blistering.


  • Gelcoat chip and scratch repair
  • Gelcoat crack and blister repair
  • Factory-mixed gelcoat color matching
  • Oxidation and surface restoration
  • Repair work for worn or damaged marine finishes
  • 3 to 5-year guarantee on qualifying repairs
Gelcoat Repair for Boats

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Contact us today to learn more about our boat painting, boat detailing, and boat restoration services.

Serving Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, SC and the Surrounding Areas.

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Looking for Expert Boat Repairs?

Trust Custom Marine Finishes for professional boat repair, fiberglass repair, gelcoat repair, marine painting, and full boat restoration services.


We serve boat owners throughout Hilton Head, Bluffton, Beaufort, Savannah, Charleston, and the surrounding Lowcountry.

Our Location

sunday:

Closed

monday:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

tuesday:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

wednesday:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

thursday:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

friday:

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

saturday:

Closed

Address:

138 Bluffton Rd, Bluffton, SC 29910, USA

Phone Number:

(843) 304-2798

Email Address:

marinefinishesllc@gmail.com

Saturday and Sunday by appointment only

Accepted Payment Methods: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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