Long-Lasting Protection for Your Boat. Mobile or Dry Stand Service Available.

At Lightning Boat Builders, we offer professional boat antifouling services across the Gold Coast and Northern NSW, with flexible options to suit your vessel and schedule. Whether you’re slipping your boat for scheduled maintenance or you’re due for a full strip and recoat, we’ll deliver a clean, smooth finish that protects performance and resale value.

🛠️ Do I need to remove old antifoul?

• Full Hull Preparation

  We start by high-pressure washing and sanding back existing coatings or growth.

• Stripping & Blasting

  For boats that require it, we offer complete removal of old antifoul layers before application.

• Barrier Coats & Primers

  Epoxy primers and osmosis-prevention systems for fibreglass vessels.

• High-Quality Antifoul Paint Application

  We use trusted marine-grade coatings suited to your boat type and usage.

• Propeller & Shaft Coatings

  Including Propspeed and other specialist treatments on request.

⏱️ Do need to bottom paint my boat every year?

Most vessels need antifoul every 12 to 18 months, depending on usage, location, and previous coatings. If your boat feels sluggish or you’re seeing growth at the waterline, it’s time to book in.

🧽 What happens if I don't antifoul my boat?

Antifouling is the process of applying a specialised paint to your boat’s hull to prevent the build-up of marine growth like barnacles, algae, and slime. If left unchecked, this growth increases drag, reduces fuel efficiency, and can damage your hull.

📍 On-Site or Stand-Based Flexibility

We’re a mobile antifoul service, fully equipped to work out of your preferred boatyard or slip.

We also offer exclusive access to competitive dry stand rates on the Tweed River for longer or more complex jobs.

💬 Why Choose Us?

• Trusted by local boaties from Runaway Bay to Brunswick Heads

• Fast quotes and flexible scheduling

• Honest advice on what your boat actually needs — no upsell, just outcomes

• Over a decade of hands-on marine experience