Cabins
Interior detailing
Vacuum, wipe-down of all surfaces, heads and galley cleaning, deodorizing. Scoped from photos or a walkthrough; a typical full cabin runs 4–8 hours.
Complete Detail · Cabins, Teak, Metals, Canvas
Brightwork, Teak & Interior Detailing in the Keys
The finish below the gunwale decides how a boat feels — and how it surveys. Cabin detailing, mold and mildew removal, teak cleaning and sealing, metal polishing, canvas and isinglass care. Dockside, documented, and honest about what can be saved.
Typical full cabin: 4–8 hours Sale-prep specialists Service updates when useful
What We Handle
Six materials, six different processes.
Interior and brightwork work fails when one product gets used on everything. We match the process to the material — and tell you when a material is past saving.
Mold & mildew
Removal & treatment
Starke mold and mildew removal on vinyl, fiberglass, canvas and hard surfaces, plus moisture-source notes so it doesn't return next season.
Teak
Cleaning & sealing
Two-part cleaning and brightening, then seal or oil per your preference and exposure. Decks, rails, tables and trim.
Metals
Brightwork polishing
Stainless, aluminum, brass and bronze polished with metal-matched compounds. Rust weep treated at the source where accessible.
Canvas & isinglass
Enclosure care
Canvas cleaning and protection, isinglass oxidation removal and polishing, zipper and frame attention while enclosures are down.
Soft goods
Upholstery & fabrics
Upholstery conditioning, carpet extraction, steam cleaning, fabric protection and upholstery ceramic coatings, scoped as needed.
Mold & Mildew, Honestly
What removal can fix — and what it can't.
Can be fully removed
- • Surface mold on vinyl and leatherette
- • Mildew on fiberglass and gelcoat
- • Canvas and enclosure staining
- • Heads, bilge lids and locker interiors
Usually can't
- • Mold inside cushion foam — replacement
- • Deep-set carpet backing contamination
- • Rot in teak or plywood substrates
- • Odor from a wet bilge source
We photograph and show you which category each affected component falls into before spending your money — and we note the moisture source (ventilation, hatch seals, bilge humidity) so the fix actually holds.
Case study · Remimar sale prep
1971 Hatteras 36 · six-hour deep clean and interior detail · live-well leak caught and documented
The Process
Walkthrough first, products second.
Material walkthrough
We identify every surface — teak condition, metal types, fabric and vinyl grades, isinglass age — and flag anything past saving before quoting.
Strip and vacuum
Cabin cleared of loose gear, full vacuum including lockers, bilge lids and under-berth spaces where moisture hides.
Treat mold and stains
Starke mold and mildew removal applied, agitated and extracted. Stain sources treated; moisture notes recorded for you.
Teak and metals
Teak cleaned and brightened, then sealed or oiled per your choice. Metals polished with compounds matched to each alloy.
Canvas, isinglass and soft goods
Enclosures cleaned and protected, isinglass polished where viable, upholstery conditioned or coated, carpets extracted if scoped.
Document and recommend
Completion photos plus a written note: what was treated, what needs replacement, and what to watch for humidity-wise next season.
Teak Finish Options
Oil, seal, or leave it clean?
Owners ask this every season. Here's the trade-off we walk through on deck.
| Clean Only | Teak Oil | Teak Sealer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Look | Natural silver-gray | Rich golden, wet look | Warm satin, uniform |
| Keys maintenance | Wash regularly | Re-oil every 6–10 weeks | Re-seal 1–2×/year |
| UV protection | Minimal | Moderate, short-lived | Best of the three |
| Best for | Low-maintenance owners | Show finish, frequent care | Working boats in full sun |
Sealed teak wins in the Keys for most owners: fewer applications, better UV hold, and no oily film on decks or fishing gear.
Exterior match
Hull & waterline
Pair the interior with above-waterline hull cleaning so the whole vessel presents at once.
Hull cleaningKeep it clean
Recurring wash plans
A maintained exterior keeps humidity and salt out of the cabin — interior work lasts longer.
Wash & wax plansSelling?
Sale-prep package
Interior + exterior + documentation, timed to your listing date and photographer.
Sale preparationCoverage
Interior and brightwork service across the Upper Keys.
Cabins, cockpits and enclosures serviced at marinas, private docks and yard slots from Key Largo to Tavernier — including live-aboards and long-stay vessels.
Key Largo
Marinas, waterfront homes and private slips — including Bluefin Rock Harbor and Marina del Mar areas.
View Key Largo coverageIslamorada
Home base — Islamorada Yacht Village, Whale Harbor, Church Key and canal-front docks.
View Islamorada coverageTavernier
Tavernier and Plantation Key, including Mangrove Marina slips and yard slots.
View Tavernier coverageFAQ
Interior & brightwork questions, answered.
How do I get an interior detailing quote?
Send photos of the cabin and any affected areas, or we walk the boat at the dock. You receive a written scope — what's included, what's an add-on, and what we recommend against — before anything is scheduled. A typical full cabin runs 4–8 hours of work.
Can mold and mildew be completely removed?
Surface mold on vinyl, fiberglass, canvas and hard surfaces — yes, fully removed and treated. Mold inside cushion foam or deep in fabric backing sometimes requires component replacement; we show you which is which first. Preventing return means addressing moisture: ventilation, bilge dryness and storage.
How often should teak be cleaned and sealed in Florida?
In Keys sun and salt: clean 2–4 times per year, seal once or twice per year depending on exposure. Oiled teak needs more frequent attention than sealed. Neglected teak grays, checks and loses thickness.
Can cloudy isinglass be restored?
Light oxidation and hazing often polish back to clarity with plastic-safe cleaners and protectants. Deep yellowing, crazing or cracks mean material failure — replacement is the honest call there.
Do you polish all marine metals?
Stainless, aluminum, brass and bronze — yes, with compounds matched to each metal. Anodized aluminum is cleaned and protected rather than polished, since polishing strips the anodized layer.
Is interior detailing worth it before selling?
Yes — among the highest-return sale-prep investments. A clean, odor-free cabin photographs better, surveys better and removes the buyer's neglect concern. On a recent Hatteras sale prep the interior work also surfaced a live-well drain leak, documented before survey.
Do I need to be aboard?
No. With dock access, slip confirmation and any gate code, interior work is commonly completed while owners are away. A condition note is available after a visit when useful.
Get started
Request an interior & brightwork quote.
Brightwork, Teak & Interior is already selected below. Photos of the cabin or affected areas help us scope severity accurately.
Phone: 305-396-1787
Hours: Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–1 PM
Location: Islamorada, the Keys, MM 80 area