Ceramic Coatings in South Florida.
Marine ceramic coatings — or a premium marine wax — applied over corrected paint and gelcoat.
Marine-grade ceramic coatings from Starke Yacht Care applied over corrected paint, gelcoat, metal and glass. Prefer a sacrificial layer instead? We also apply premium Starke Yacht Care marine wax as an alternative protection option after paint correction.
About our ceramic coatings service
A marine ceramic coating is a semi-permanent layer of silica or quartz-based chemistry that bonds to your gelcoat or paint at a molecular level. Once cured, it forms a hard, hydrophobic, UV-stable shell that fights salt, exhaust soot, dock dust, bird etching and the chalky oxidation that defines South Florida boating.
We use Starke Yacht Care marine ceramic coatings exclusively. Each coating is matched to the surface — paint vs gelcoat vs metal vs glass — and applied only after the underlying surface is corrected and panel-wiped clean. Coating over defects locks those defects in for the life of the product, which is why we will never skip the correction step.
Not every owner wants or needs a ceramic coating. For owners who prefer a more traditional, sacrificial protection layer — or who want lower up-front cost after a paint correction — we also apply premium Starke Yacht Care marine wax. Most ceramic coatings realistically provide approximately 1 to 2 years of protection when properly maintained; wax provides shorter-term protection that's refreshed on a regular cadence.
We do not warranty ceramic coating applications. Coating longevity depends heavily on maintenance practices by the owner, captain, crew or third parties after we leave — practices we cannot control. The only coating-related warranty we provide is the 3-year manufacturer warranty on Yacht Armor Marine Protection Film installations.
What's included
- Hydrophobic protection against salt, soot and UV
- Easier weekly washdowns
- Maintains gloss between detail cycles
- Starke Yacht Care exclusive product system
- Premium marine wax available as an alternative to ceramic
- Realistic 1–2 year ceramic life with proper maintenance
Our ceramic coatings process
- 1Prep correctionEvery coating job starts with a paint or gelcoat correction. Coating over defects locks them in for the life of the product.
- 2Panel wipeIPA wipe to strip oils, then a controlled application area covered or shaded against fallout.
- 3ApplicationStarke Yacht Care ceramic — or premium marine wax for owners who choose that path — applied in cross-hatch passes in small sections and levelled at the correct flash time.
- 4CureCeramic coatings cure dockside under controlled conditions, typically 24–48 hours dry, with a longer chemical cure that finishes over about two weeks. Wax is touch-safe almost immediately.
- 5Aftercare handoffOwner and captain receive a written aftercare plan: approved soaps, wash cadence, and the maintenance schedule that keeps the protection performing.
- Yachts that just received paint or gelcoat correction
- Owners wanting easier maintenance washes and less downtime
- Boats kept in slip year-round in Miami, Lauderdale or Palm Beach
- Owners who prefer a traditional sacrificial wax over a ceramic
- Starke Yacht Care marine ceramic coatings
- Starke Yacht Care premium marine wax
- Starke Yacht Care marine compounds and polishes
- Maintenance-grade ceramic boosters and approved aftercare products
Frequently asked about ceramic coatings
How long do ceramic coatings really last on a yacht?+
Most ceramic coatings realistically provide approximately 1 to 2 years of protection when properly maintained. Marketing claims of 5+ years rarely hold up in real-world South Florida sun, salt and slip conditions — we tell every owner up front what to expect.
Do you warranty your ceramic coating work?+
No. We do not provide warranties on ceramic coating applications. Coating life depends heavily on maintenance practices by owners, captains, crew or third parties — washes, soaps, brushes, dock conditions — which we cannot control after we leave the boat. The only coating-related warranty we offer is the 3-year manufacturer warranty that comes with Yacht Armor Marine Protection Film installations.
What if I don't want a ceramic coating?+
We also offer premium Starke Yacht Care marine wax as an alternative protection option after paint correction. Wax is a sacrificial layer that's refreshed on a regular cadence — lower up-front cost, simpler maintenance, no long cure window.
What products do you use for compounds, polishes, waxes and ceramic coatings?+
We exclusively use Starke Yacht Care products across our compound, polish, wax and ceramic coating system. Using a single proven product line lets us tune the process for repeatable, predictable results on every vessel.
Do I still need to wash my boat with a ceramic coating?+
Yes — coatings reduce how dirty your boat gets and make washing dramatically faster, but salt and pollen still need to come off. Most coated boats only need a freshwater rinse and quick wipe between full washes.
Will ceramic coating cover dock rash and scratches?+
No. A ceramic coating is an extremely thin protective layer — it cannot fill or hide defects. That's why our coating packages always include the appropriate correction first.
Recent ceramic coatings work
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