Service and Restoration
Every Skiff Craft deserves a craftsman.
Full-service care for classic wooden boats — from a season-ready detail to a complete hull restoration. Performed at Midwest Boat Appeal and Marine Plywood, St. Bonifacius, Minnesota.
Hull Restoration
Ground-up rebuilds and structural restorations for Skiff Craft and classic wooden hulls.
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- Full hull teardown and survey
- Frame and rib replacement
- Replanking and bottom replacement
- Transom rebuild
- Lapstrake plank repair and replacement
- Deck replacement and recaulking
- Structural fiberglass reinforcement
Varnish and Brightwork
Strip, sand, stain and varnish — mahogany topsides back to a mirror finish. 12–15 coats of marine varnish.
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- Full strip and bare-wood preparation
- Grain raising and stain matching
- 12–15 coat marine varnish system
- Hand-rubbed between coats
- Interlux and Epifanes varnish
- Annual brightwork maintenance coats
- Teak brightwork and oiling
Paint
Topsides, hulls, bottoms and cabin soles. Anti-fouling bottom paint, boot stripe work, and custom color matching.
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- Topside paint (Interlux, Epifanes, Awlgrip)
- Anti-fouling bottom paint
- Boot stripe painting and renewal
- Cabin sole and interior paint
- Custom color matching
- Fairing and prep work
- Clear coat and sealers
Custom Interior
Custom upholstery, headliner, and wood trim work. Period-correct or updated — all done to order.
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- Seat upholstery (marine vinyl, canvas)
- Custom cushion fabrication
- Teak and holly flooring
- Headliner replacement
- Cabinet and locker woodwork
- Mahogany trim and paneling
Engine Work
Complete inboard engine service, rebuilds and replacements for classic wooden boats.
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- Engine tune-ups and full service
- Carburetor rebuild and fuel system
- Engine rebuilds (partial and complete)
- Engine replacement and repowering
- Exhaust system work
- MerCruiser, Volvo, Chris-Craft, Chrysler
Mechanical Service
Steering, controls, electrical, plumbing, pumps and hardware. Year-round availability.
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- Steering and control cable replacement
- Hydraulic steering service
- Electrical diagnosis and rewiring
- Fuel system inspection and repair
- Bilge pump and through-hull service
- Outdrive and propeller service
- Hardware fitting and replacement
Cosmetic and Structural Repairs
Cracked planks to storm damage — repaired and refinished so it disappears into the wood.
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- Plank, rib and frame repair
- Checking and crack repair
- Rot treatment and replacement
- Rub rail replacement
- Chine and keel repair
- Insurance claims handled
Rigging, Hardware and Chrome
Period-correct hardware, chrome and brass polishing, rechroming and custom fabrication.
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- Cleat and hardware replacement
- Chrome and brass polishing
- Rechroming coordination
- Windshield frame work
- Bow light and running light service
- Custom stainless fabrication
- Prop shaft and strut alignment
Storage and Winterizing
Indoor secured storage, full winterizing, and spring commissioning — ready to launch when the ice goes out.
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- Indoor secured storage
- Outdoor storage with shrinkwrap
- Engine winterizing
- Water system winterizing
- Winter service — work done while stored
- Spring commissioning and engine run-up
- Pick-up and delivery available
Cleaning and Detailing
Hand-wash, polish, teak clean and oil — keep your classic in show condition all season.
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- Hand-wash and hull polish
- Teak cleaning and oiling
- Varnish inspection and touch-up
- Brightwork cleaning and protection
- Bilge cleaning
- Canvas and cover cleaning
- Dockside detailing (Lake Minnetonka)
Get in touch
Every job done in-house. No shortcuts.
Call to discuss your boat, describe the work, and get an honest assessment. We'll tell you what it needs and what it doesn't.
952·446·9611
Midwest Boat Appeal and Marine Plywood · 4340 Main Street, St. Bonifacius, MN · Mon–Fri 8–5