The Yacht Lab THE YACHT LAB
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Detailer polishing topsides at a marina
NANAIMO, BC · MOBILE MARINE DETAILING

Boat Detailing & Yacht Care for Nanaimo.

Proudly serving boat owners throughout Nanaimo and Vancouver Island with expert marine detailing services and care.

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Selene Yachts - Stones Boatyard, Nanaimo.
OUR LOCATION
NANAIMO, BC
VESSELS
UP TO 130 FT+
OPERATIONS
MOBILE + INDOOR

Nanaimo's Local Marine Detailing, Restoration and Protection Specialists

Ceramic Coating
TIER 3 · COATING

Ceramic Coating

Unmatched protection for your vessel. As the only STARKE-certified installer in British Columbia, we apply coatings that guard against UV, saltwater and wear, with a lasting high-gloss finish.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Cut, Polish & Wax
TIER 2 · CORRECTION

Cut, Polish & Wax

We remove oxidation, restore shine and seal the surface for long-lasting durability. Precision work on chalky, weathered gelcoat.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Maintenance Fleet
TIER 1 · WASH

Maintenance Fleet

Regular monthly detailing keeps your boat ready for the water year-round. Join a growing fleet of well-cared-for vessels and stop losing weekends to a bucket.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
BAILEY MAY · FOUNDER · NANAIMO, BC
BAILEY MAY · FOUNDER · NANAIMO, BC
ABOUT THE YACHT LAB

Raising the standard of marine detailing on the West Coast

The Yacht Lab is a premium yacht detailing and boat care company based in Nanaimo, BC, serving boat owners across Vancouver Island and the Pacific Northwest. We specialize in professional boat detailing, gelcoat restoration, ceramic coatings, and long-term vessel maintenance designed to protect your investment and keep your boat looking its best.

Founded by Bailey May, The Yacht Lab was built on a passion for craftsmanship, exceptional service, and a commitment to raising the standard of marine detailing on the West Coast. From fishing boats and family cruisers to luxury yachts, we provide tailored solutions that deliver lasting results in the demanding marine environment.

As British Columbia's certified installer of Starke Yacht Care ceramic coatings, we combine industry-leading products with proven techniques to restore, protect, and maintain vessels of all sizes.

Your vessel deserves expert care. That's what we deliver.

More about us
THE PROOF

Premium Boat Detailing Results from Nanaimo's Yacht Care Specialists

Explore recent boat detailing, gelcoat restoration, ceramic coating, and yacht maintenance projects completed throughout Nanaimo and Vancouver Island.

Ranger Tug - Multi-step correction & Ceramic Coating
Ranger Tug - Multi-step correction & Ceramic Coating
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BEFORE AFTER
Ranger Tug - Multi-step correction & Ceramic Coating NEWCASTLE MARINA, NANAIMO. Ranger Tug R31
RECENT WORK · 19 PROJECTS
Outboard motors restored and coated
Ceramic-coated hull showing depth of gloss
Heavily soiled hull mid-wash
Buffed and waxed topsides

Examples of when boat detailing is done right.

SERVICE AREA

We are a Mobile first boat detailing sevice able to accommodate Nanaimo and mid Vancouver Island.

Our home base is Nanaimo. We work at local marinas, including Stones Boatyard and Newcastle Boatyard, and operate mobile detailing units with regular service corridors to Victoria, Campbell River, and Port Alberni.

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TOWN MARINAS WE WORK AT
REVIEWS

Discover what other boat owners think of our services.

VERIFIED GOOGLE BUSINESS REVIEWS (6 LIVE)
OVERALL RATING 5.0 / 5 LEAVE A GOOGLE REVIEW →
GOOGLE REVIEWS 18 VERIFIED Read them, or leave one, on our Google Business profile.
Excellence, always. Your boat matters to us We understand these boats are your pride and joy.
VERIFIED GOOGLE REVIEW · 2 YEARS AGO
GOOGLE REVIEW

"On a last minute, contacted Bailey at Wave Wash who was able to squeeze us in for a spring clean and polish while boat was on the hard. Very impressed with service and end result! Thanks again to Bailey and Rob!"

GOOGLE REVIEW

"Bailey was great to deal with. He was on time, did excellent work and what he quoted was what I paid. I will definitely be getting Bailey again for all of my detailing work. He made our 6 year old aluminum boat look like it was new. This is definitely worth 5 stars. Way to go Bailey!!!"

GOOGLE REVIEW

"Bailey and his team did a very fine job on my Cutwater 30. The boat is only 2 years old and did'nt look too bad before they started. Now, however, she sparkles and, more important, is perfectly sealed and protected. Well done, Bailey!"

GOOGLE REVIEW

"I highly recommend these guys! I have tried many detailers before and none of them have been as thorough. They made my boat look incredible. I also really appreciate how Bailey kept me informed as the project moved along."

GOOGLE REVIEW

"Five stars for Bailey! Bailey was on time and did a fantastic job cleaning our boat. Ours is not a new boat and lives outside, mostly under the flight path of sea planes landing and taking off in Nanaimo. The before-and-after photos he took was testimony to his tenacity to de-stain the boat and bring it back to looking the best it can be. Thanks Bailey!"

MARINE PARTNERS
A network of marine trades we work alongside, so a vessel can be hauled, coated and returned without you coordinating four companies.
Lake City Marine Marine partner Dreamers Marine Marine industry partner
Yacht Surface Technologies Starke Yacht Care ONLY STARKE CERTIFIED DETAILER
ON VANCOUVER ISLAND
CERT. VERIFIED
THE CREDENTIAL

The only Starke Certified Detailer on Vancouver Island

Certification means hands-on training, verified application methods, and meeting the manufacturer's standards—not simply buying a coating online. It's the difference between a coating that looks good on day one and one that continues protecting your hull through years of BC sun, rain, and saltwater exposure.

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ONE REQUEST · ONE FORM

Tell us about your boat.

Every hull is different, so we quote after seeing the vessel — either dockside or from photos and video you send us. One form, straight to us.

info@theyachtlab.ca · REPLY WITHIN 24 HOURS
    WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
  1. 01
    Send photos or book a dockside visit
    Make, length, home marina, and a few photos of the hull and topsides.
  2. 02
    We assess condition and scope
    Oxidation level, previous coatings, access, and whether the work is mobile or indoor.
  3. 03
    You get a written quote and a date
    Fixed scope, priority booking for maintenance-fleet vessels.
    4. NO PRICES ONLINE — MARINE WORK IS QUOTED PER FOOT, PER CONDITION.
Quoted after a visit or photo review
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