Bring the car in. See film samples on your own paint and leave with the coverage, the quote and the dates confirmed. The quickest way to a firm answer.
Boat wraps and graphics for everything from runabouts to commercial vessels, designed, printed and installed in Perth on marine-grade wrap film. We do full hull colour changes, custom printed hull wraps and clear Hull Protection Film, all above the resting waterline.
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Colour change
Full hull colour change wrap
Change the hull from its current colour to a new solid colour or finish. Coverage can include the hull sides and transom, with the finish line and treatment around fittings planned to suit the boat. We inspect the existing surface first because the wrap needs a stable base.
Best for
Changing the boat's appearance while keeping the design simple and consistent.
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Custom print
Full custom printed hull wrap
We create the artwork from your direction rather than asking you to choose from an off-the-shelf catalogue. Send reference images, colours, logos or a rough idea. We adapt the design to the hull shape, account for fittings and required markings, and send an artwork proof for approval before printing.
Best for
Original artwork, detailed graphics or commercial branding across the hull.
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Protection
Full Hull Protection Film
Keep the existing hull colour visible and place a clear sacrificial film over eligible areas. Hull Protection Film, also called marine PPF, is specified for the particular hull, its condition and the chosen film system. Full coverage means the agreed eligible hull surfaces above the resting waterline, not submerged areas. It does not make the hull damage-proof.
Best for
Keeping the existing finish visible while adding a replaceable layer over it.
Not sure which one suits your boat?
Send a few photos with the boat's length and hull material. We will tell you what suits it and what it will cost.
Boat wrap prices depend on the type of wrap, the hull size (length and height), fittings and surface condition. The examples below give a starting point for four common jobs.
Example starting prices
3 to 4 m aluminium tinny
Standard hull wrap in a solid colour, two full sides from the waterline to the rub rail.
From $1,950incl. GST
5 to 6 m aluminium plate runabout
Standard hull wrap in a solid colour, two full sides from the waterline to the rub rail.
From $2,950incl. GST
7 to 9 m offshore fishing rig
The serious offshore boats. Two full sides from the waterline to the rub rail, with the extra length and height priced in.
From $4,450incl. GST
Partial wraps and graphics
Boat names, registration numbers, logos and partial hull graphics. This is the smallest job we take on.
From $1,000incl. GST
Standard pricing covers two full sides from the waterline up to the rub rail. Transom and superstructure can be quoted separately. These are starting figures for the stated scope, not fixed prices for every boat: preparation, old-film removal, unusual fittings, custom artwork and on-site access change the final quote.
What affects the quote
The type of wrap: colour change, custom print or Hull Protection Film
Hull length, height and shape
The area being wrapped or protected
Surface condition and preparation
Removal of old graphics or adhesive
Artwork, printing and laminate requirements
Fittings, hardware and access
Workshop or on-site installation requirements
How long does the work take?
Most boats are in the workshop for two to seven days, depending on what is involved. A colour change in a film we have in stock sits at the short end. A custom printed wrap needs artwork, a proof and print time, so allow the longer end. We confirm the booking and the completion date once the scope is approved.
Charter operators, work boats, survey and government vessels take a little more work to estimate properly. The proposal is built around the vessel, its access, the equipment required and its operating schedule, and it is documented before any work is scheduled. Send us the vessel details, the coverage you need and your dates.
Bare aluminium, painted aluminium and gelcoat in sound condition can all be wrapped, for a complete change of look or a protective layer over the finish you already have.
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Bare aluminium plate boats
We inspect the aluminium for oxidation, contamination and imperfections in the surface to judge how well the film will apply, how long it will last and how it will look. Some boats need prep work such as sanding. We can do it, or we are happy to explain how to prep the boat yourself and deliver it ready for wrapping, which keeps the cost down. Our marine-approved films are compatible with aluminium and have been used on WA boats for the past ten years, in harsh conditions, with proven adhesion, longevity and appearance.
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Painted aluminium
Painted aluminium is also a good surface to wrap, and the wrap saves you repainting a tired hull. Depending on the surface we may need some prep first: paint correction, touch-ups, minor spot sanding or buffing, so the film adheres properly and gives a flawless finish. We can do the prep in house, or give you instructions to prepare the surface yourself and make it suitable for vinyl.
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Gelcoat
Gelcoat on a newer boat is the easiest surface of the three. In good condition it is close to perfect for vinyl to adhere to. Brand-new boats and boats up to about five years old are usually excellent without any major prep. For vessels past five years we inspect the hull and run an adhesion test before we quote.
Older gelcoat
Gelcoat past a certain age can lose the surface the film needs, and no preparation brings it back reliably. On boats over about five years we run an adhesion test first. If it fails we will say so and point you to paint instead.
Above the waterline
Hull wraps and Hull Protection Film finish above the boat's resting waterline. A wheelhouse, superstructure, boat name, registration graphics or branding can be included in the same job.
What happens before any film goes on
Inspection first
Every hull is checked for oxidation, contamination and old repairs before we quote.
Prep in house or DIY
Sanding, touch-ups or buffing done by us, or we show you how to prep the boat yourself.
Marine-approved film
Films made for aluminium and gelcoat, used on WA boats for the past ten years.
Two to seven days
Most trailer boats are back on the water inside a week, depending on prep and artwork.
How it works
From the first photos and a chat to a finished boat back on the water
Every boat goes through the same six steps, whether it is a colour change, a printed wrap or Hull Protection Film. This is what happens at each one and what we need from you.
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Step 1 of 6
Initial consultation
Tell us what you have in mind. A quick call, a message or a visit to the workshop is enough to talk through a colour change, a printed design or Hull Protection Film, and what your boat suits.
At a glance
Phone, message or workshop visit
Colour change, print or protection film
Which option suits your boat
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02
Step 2 of 6
Send the boat details
Send the make, model, approximate length, hull material and location. Include clear photos of both sides, the bow and transom, plus close-ups of any damage, old graphics or surface problems. We review the surface, hull shape, fittings, access and coverage, and arrange an inspection if the photos are not enough, before finalising the quote.
At a glance
Make, model and length
Hull material and location
Photos of both sides, bow and transom
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Step 3 of 6
Design, mock-up and approval
For a colour change you choose the film from real samples. For a printed wrap we design the artwork from your brief and send a mock-up of the design on your boat for approval. Nothing goes to print until you have signed off the proof.
At a glance
Film chosen from real samples
Mock-up on your boat
Nothing prints before sign-off
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Step 4 of 6
Preparation
The hull is washed, decontaminated and inspected again. Any agreed sanding, touch-ups or buffing happens now, so the film goes onto a clean, stable surface. Old decals, registration numbers and adhesive come off at this stage.
At a glance
Wash and decontaminate
Sanding, touch-ups or buffing as agreed
Old decals and adhesive removed
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Step 5 of 6
Installation
The film goes on inside the workshop, on the trailer, with the finish line set above the resting waterline and the film trimmed around every fitting. Printed work does not go into production until the artwork proof has been approved.
At a glance
On the trailer, inside the workshop
Finish line above the resting waterline
Trimmed around every fitting
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Step 6 of 6
Handover and back on the water
We check the finish with you and go through the care for the film, including how long the boat stays out of the water before its first trip: at least three days and ideally five to seven, the same rule as our care guide. Most trailer boats are with us for two to seven days, and those days out of the water come after collection.
At a glance
Finish checked with you
Care instructions for the film
Two to seven days in total
Ceramic coating may be available over a compatible wrap film. It is optional on PPF and is only offered when it suits the selected film system.
From the portfolio
Our recent boat wraps in Perth
Colour changes and custom printed wraps on aluminium and fibreglass boats, all wrapped in our Osborne Park workshop. Every photo is our own work, and the full sets are in the boat wrap portfolio.
Black gloss wrap on a 7 m Coraline
Boat
7 m Coraline Oceanrunner
Hull
Aluminium
Finish
Black gloss
A black gloss wrap changed the finish across the wrapped hull areas of this 7 m Coraline.
Printed camo wrap on an aluminium centre console
Boat
Aluminium centre console
Hull
Bare aluminium
Finish
Custom printed camo
A full custom printed camouflage wrap with the boat's name across the hull sides, and the rest of the boat wrapped in the same print. Designed, printed and installed in house.
Larger commercial and working vessels need a separate installation plan for the surface, access, equipment, location and operating schedule.
We completed a wrap project for Naturaliste Charters on a 76-foot whale-watching vessel. The job used a five-person team, a boom lift and a scissor lift.
Project scale
76-foot
vessel
Five-person
team
Boom lift
access
Scissor lift
access
250 m
of material
20 days
on the job
How a project at this scale is planned
We assess the vessel and surface, confirm the wrapped areas, plan access, select the equipment and arrange the work around the vessel's location and operating schedule. The installation plan and quote are built around those details.
If you are planning a commercial vessel wrap, send the vessel details, location, required coverage and target dates so we can assess what the job will require.
A standard hull wrap on a 3 to 4 m tinny starts from $1,950, a 5 to 6 m plate runabout from $2,950 and a 7 to 9 m offshore rig from $4,450, all GST inclusive and covering two full sides from the waterline up to the rub rail. Partial wraps and graphics start from $1,000. Custom printed artwork, the transom, superstructure and any surface preparation add to those figures, and we confirm the price once we have seen the boat or good photos of it.
How long does a boat wrap last?
We use marine-grade film made for constant sun and salt above the waterline. On a trailer boat the wrap lasts for years, in the same range as a paint finish, and it can be removed or replaced when you want a change. The film warranty runs two to three years depending on use, because UV bouncing off the water works the film harder than it does on a car. Rinsing the boat with fresh water after saltwater use and keeping it covered in storage makes the biggest difference to how long it looks new.
How long does it take to wrap a boat?
Most trailer boats are in the workshop for two to seven days. A colour change in a film we have in stock sits at the short end. A custom printed wrap needs artwork, a proof you approve and print time, so allow the longer end. We give you a completion date when the scope is confirmed, and we keep a buffer in it.
What is the difference between colour change vinyl, a printed boat wrap and Hull Protection Film?
Colour change vinyl gives the hull a new solid colour or finish. A printed boat wrap carries custom artwork, marine graphics or branding. Clear Hull Protection Film keeps the existing finish visible and places a replaceable film layer over eligible hull areas.
Can you wrap an aluminium hull the same as a fibreglass one?
Yes, if the surface is suitable. Bare aluminium, painted aluminium and sound gelcoat all take marine wrap film, and we use films that are made for those surfaces. The difference is in the preparation: bare aluminium is checked for oxidation and may need sanding, painted aluminium needs sound paint, and gelcoat on boats past about five years gets an adhesion test before we quote.
Can chalky gelcoat be wrapped?
Not while it is chalking. The film would bond to the loose chalky layer rather than a stable surface and is likely to release. We run an adhesion test on older gelcoat first, and if the surface is past the point where preparation helps, painting is the better option and we will tell you so.
Can a boat wrap or PPF go below the waterline?
No. Our boat wraps and Hull Protection Film finish above the boat's resting waterline. Antifouling and other below-waterline systems are separate, and standard wrap film is not made for constant immersion or contact with antifoul.
Is a boat wrap waterproof?
Yes. Marine wrap film is waterproof and made for constant splash, salt and sun above the waterline, which is where it is fitted. It is not a below-waterline system and it does not seal a hull, so it is a finish and a protective layer, not a repair.
Will a boat wrap hide damaged paint or gelcoat?
Film follows the surface underneath it. It is not a repair for flaking paint, unstable repairs, heavy damage or chalky gelcoat. We identify preparation or repair requirements before accepting the job.
Can you remove old decals and registration numbers before wrapping?
Yes. Old decals, registration numbers and leftover adhesive come off as part of the preparation. On older gelcoat the outline of old graphics can remain as a shadow where the surrounding surface has faded, and that is one of the things we look at during the inspection because it can add preparation time.
Can you include a boat name, registration numbers or commercial branding?
Yes. These can be designed into a colour change or custom printed wrap, or done as a partial wrap on their own. Registration numbers are cut to meet the WA Department of Transport rules for size and placement, and the boat name, logos and branding are set out to suit the hull.
Do you wrap large commercial vessels?
Yes, absolutely. Above-waterline wraps and graphics on commercial vessels are a core part of our work, and we service some of the major commercial vessel fleets in WA. The scope covers hull colour changes, printed branding, superstructure and wheelhouse graphics, vessel names, registration and safety markings, and high-visibility panels. Each project gets its own plan for access, equipment and the vessel's operating schedule, and a formal estimate before any work starts.
Do you wrap jet skis or PWCs?
No, and we would rather point you the right way than take on a job that will not last. Standard wrap films are not made for the moulded plastics and tight curves on a jet ski or PWC. Pre-cut graphic kits for jet skis are sold online for DIY fitting, and that is the better option for those craft.
How do I wash and look after a wrapped boat?
Rinse the hull with fresh water after every saltwater run and wash it with a pH-neutral boat wash and a soft mitt or brush. Avoid abrasive polishes and cutting compounds on the film, and keep pressure washers away from edges and seams. We explain the care for the specific film at handover, and a cover when the boat is stored outside adds years to the finish.
More on boat wraps
Talk to us about your boat
Book a consultation if you want to compare the three services or have the hull condition checked. If you already know what you want, send the boat details and photographs through the Boat Wrap Quote form.