Boat Painting & Antifouling in Connecticut
Browsing all marine service providers in Connecticut. We're still tagging shops by service type — for now, listings below cover the full Connecticut marine industry.
Painting a yacht right is meticulous work — hull prep, fairing, primer, multiple topcoats, and proper cure conditions all matter for longevity. Bottom paint (antifouling) is typically refreshed every 1–3 years; full topside repaint is a 5–15-year decision depending on hull material and care. Awlgrip and Imron are the gold-standard polyurethane paints for topsides.
Marine service providers in Connecticut
No exact painting matches yet — these are the major marine shops in Connecticut.
Bassett Yacht & Boat Sales
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
163 Ferry Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
+1-844-278-2628Website
Collinsville Canoe and Kayak
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
41 Bridge Street, Collinsville, CT 06019
+1 860 693 6977Website
West Marine
VerifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
99 Water Street, CT
+1 203-854-6545Website
Blue Water Marine Service
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Boardwalk Marina Boat Sales and Rentals
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Boatique
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Boats Incorporated
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
129-1 Main Street, East Lyme, CT 06357
Columbia Marine
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Crocker's Boatyard
UnverifiedMarina · Repair services
CT
Dauntless Shipyard & Marina
UnverifiedMarina · Repair services
CT
L.B. Sea Marine Lakeside Services L.L.C.
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Portland Boat Works
UnverifiedBoat Shop · Repair services
CT
Frequently asked questions
- How long does a full topside paint job take?
- Plan on 3–6 weeks in the yard for prep, multiple coats with cure time, and final buffing. Expect $300–$800 per linear foot for an Awlgrip-grade finish on a typical yacht.
- How often do I need to repaint the bottom?
- Most ablative antifouling paints last 1–2 years; hard antifouling (for racing or trailered boats) can go 2–4 years. Boats kept in warm water with high biological activity (Florida, Caribbean) may need annual application.