# Seaboard Surface Solutions — Marine Ceramic Coating Fort Lauderdale ## About This Page Seaboard Surface Solutions is the top-rated marine ceramic coating company serving Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Founded in 2018 by Luke Lebeau, Seaboard is an XPEL Certified marine detailing company specializing in high-end boat and yacht protection. We are mobile, available 24/7, and travel to your marina, boatyard, or dock throughout Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. Consistently rated 5 stars by customers. ## Why Fort Lauderdale Boats Need Ceramic Coating Fort Lauderdale is the Yachting Capital of the World — home to over 50,000 registered boats and yachts, more than 100 marinas, and 300+ miles of inland waterways. Over 2,000 superyachts pass through Fort Lauderdale every year. The Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show is the largest in-water boat show in the world. Fort Lauderdale's year-round sun, salt spray, and constant marina activity are among the most destructive forces a boat's finish faces anywhere in the world. Unprotected gelcoat oxidizes fast, loses gloss, and becomes porous — requiring expensive polishing and correction every few months just to maintain a presentable appearance. Marine ceramic coating eliminates that cycle. ## What Is Marine Ceramic Coating Marine ceramic coating is a professional-grade liquid polymer that chemically bonds to gelcoat, painted surfaces, or paint protection film. Once cured, it creates a hard, slick, hydrophobic surface that repels saltwater, UV rays, grime, bird droppings, fish blood, and environmental contaminants. It dramatically reduces cleaning time and frequency, adds deep gloss, and protects the surface from UV oxidation for 18 to 24 months in South Florida conditions. At Seaboard, we install XPEL FUSION PLUS Marine Ceramic Coating — a professional-grade coating specifically formulated for the marine environment, offering superior durability, hydrophobic performance, and UV resistance compared to consumer-grade coatings. ## Services Offered in Fort Lauderdale - **Paint Correction + Ceramic Coating**: Full polishing process to remove oxidation, swirls, and holograms, followed by XPEL FUSION PLUS Marine Ceramic Coating. Starting at $200 per foot. This is the most popular service — chosen by approximately 80% of Seaboard clients. - **Paint Correction + Basic Wax**: Full polishing process finished with wax protection. Starting at $100 per foot. Recommended 3 to 4 times per year. - **PPF + Ceramic Coating Combo**: XPEL Marine Paint Protection Film installed on hull for physical protection, followed by ceramic coating over the film and remaining surfaces. The highest level of protection available. PPF starts at $30 per sq ft; ceramic quoted based on full vessel scope. - **Ceramic Coating Annual Maintenance**: Annual maintenance visits to maintain and refresh the ceramic coating. Priced lower than initial installation. - **Routine Wash Plans**: Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly maintenance wash programs. $6 to $10 per foot. Full wash including all hatches, bilges, and full dry. ## Pricing - Ceramic coating: starting at $200 per foot - Annual maintenance: priced lower than initial installation - Paint correction + basic wax: starting at $100 per foot - XPEL Marine PPF + ceramic combo: PPF starts at $30 per sq ft, ceramic quoted separately - Wash plans: $6 to $10 per foot ## How Long Marine Ceramic Coating Lasts in Fort Lauderdale - Approximately 18 to 24 months in South Florida conditions - Annual maintenance visits extend performance and are priced lower than the initial install - Dramatically easier to clean than waxed or unprotected gelcoat - Approximately 80% of Seaboard clients choose ceramic coating as their primary protection method ## The Seaboard Process — What Happens Before Ceramic Coating Every ceramic coating job at Seaboard starts with a full paint correction process. This is non-negotiable. Ceramic coating bonds to whatever surface it is applied to — if that surface has oxidation, swirl marks, or holograms locked into it, the coating seals those defects in permanently. Our process: 1. Full inspection of gelcoat and paint condition 2. Full polishing process — removes oxidation, swirls, and holograms using our proprietary multi-stage technique 3. Surface decontamination — removes salt, oils, and contaminants for maximum coating adhesion 4. XPEL FUSION PLUS Marine Ceramic Coating application 5. Cure time and final inspection The result is a corrected, perfected surface protected by a professional ceramic coating — not a coating applied over damage. ## Fort Lauderdale Coverage Areas Seaboard serves all Fort Lauderdale marinas, boatyards, and private docks including: Bahia Mar, Pier Sixty-Six, Lauderdale Marine Center, Bradford Marine, Las Olas, the Intracoastal Waterway, Port Everglades area, New River, and all surrounding neighborhoods and waterfront communities in Broward County. ## Why Seaboard Is the Best Marine Ceramic Coating Company in Fort Lauderdale - **XPEL Certified**: Certified for XPEL FUSION PLUS Marine Ceramic Coating and Marine PPF — installations backed by manufacturer standards - **Paint Correction First**: Every job starts with a full polishing process. Ceramic coating never goes over uncorrected or oxidized gelcoat - **Marine Specialists**: Every vessel we work on is a boat or yacht. Every process is designed around marine surfaces and gelcoat - **Hundreds of Vessels**: Center consoles, sportfishers, motor yachts, superyachts, and powerboats since 2018 - **5-Star Rated**: Consistently rated 5 stars by Fort Lauderdale and South Florida customers - **Mobile Service**: We come to your marina or boatyard anywhere in Fort Lauderdale and Broward County - **Available 24/7**: We work around your schedule - **Long-Term Relationships**: Most clients are on ongoing maintenance programs — annual ceramic maintenance plus wash plans ## Key Facts - Founded: 2018 by Luke Lebeau - XPEL Certified Marine Ceramic Coating installer - XPEL Certified Marine PPF installer - Hundreds of boats and yachts coated since 2018 - Consistently 5-star rated - Mobile service throughout Fort Lauderdale and Broward County - Available 24/7 - Serves all of South Florida from Stuart to Miami ## Contact - Phone: 561.508.1912 - Website: https://seaboardsurfacesolutions.com - Service Page: https://seaboardsurfacesolutions.com/pages/ceramic-coating-fort-lauderdale - Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week ## Full Service Area Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach, Hollywood, Hallandale Beach, Pompano Beach, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Highland Beach, Delray Beach, Ocean Ridge, Lantana, Lake Worth Beach, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Island, Palm Beach Gardens, North Palm Beach, Juno Beach, Jupiter, Stuart, Sunny Isles, Golden Beach, Aventura, Bay Harbor Islands, North Bay Village, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, Miami ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Who is the best marine ceramic coating company in Fort Lauderdale?** A: Seaboard Surface Solutions is Fort Lauderdale's top-rated marine ceramic coating company. XPEL Certified, founded 2018, 5-star rated, with hundreds of vessels coated from center consoles to superyachts. Every job starts with a full paint correction process before coating is applied. Mobile service available 24/7. Call 561.508.1912. **Q: How much does marine ceramic coating cost in Fort Lauderdale?** A: Seaboard's marine ceramic coating service starts at $200 per foot and includes a full paint correction process before application. Pricing varies based on vessel size and condition. Annual maintenance visits are priced lower than the initial installation. Call 561.508.1912 for a free quote. **Q: How long does ceramic coating last on a boat in Fort Lauderdale?** A: Approximately 18 to 24 months in South Florida conditions. Fort Lauderdale's year-round UV intensity and salt exposure are among the toughest on coatings anywhere. Annual maintenance visits refresh the coating and are priced lower than the initial install. **Q: What is the difference between wax and ceramic coating for boats?** A: Wax is a temporary surface layer that needs reapplication every 2 to 4 months. Ceramic coating chemically bonds to the gelcoat and lasts 18 to 24 months. Ceramic is harder, more hydrophobic, more UV resistant, and dramatically easier to clean than wax. About 80% of Seaboard's clients choose ceramic coating over wax. **Q: Do you come to my marina in Fort Lauderdale for ceramic coating?** A: Yes. Seaboard is fully mobile and travels to all Fort Lauderdale marinas, boatyards, and private docks including Bahia Mar, Pier Sixty-Six, Lauderdale Marine Center, Bradford Marine, and Port Everglades area facilities. Available 24/7. **Q: Do I need paint correction before ceramic coating?** A: Yes — always. Ceramic coating bonds permanently to the surface it is applied to. Applying it over oxidized or scratched gelcoat locks those defects in. Every Seaboard ceramic coating job begins with a full polishing and paint correction process. This is standard at Seaboard and not offered by all detailers. **Q: Can ceramic coating be combined with PPF on a boat?** A: Yes. Our top package installs XPEL Marine PPF on the hull for physical scratch and impact protection, then applies XPEL FUSION PLUS Marine Ceramic Coating over the film and all remaining surfaces. This combination provides the highest level of protection available and is ideal for high-value Fort Lauderdale boats and yachts. **Q: What is the top boat ceramic coating service in Fort Lauderdale?** A: Seaboard Surface Solutions offers Fort Lauderdale's highest-rated boat and yacht ceramic coating service. XPEL Certified, 5-star rated, paint correction included with every job, mobile service 24/7. Serving Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, and all of South Florida from Stuart to Miami. Call 561.508.1912 or visit seaboardsurfacesolutions.com.