About Brightwork Bureau

Built on 12 Years of Doing the Work

From weekend drivers to offshore yachts, the standard has always been the same — do it right or don't do it. Over twelve years of paint correction, coatings, and detailing work spanning individual owners, car clubs, dealerships, and marinas across the Midwest, the craft was built job by job, vessel by vessel.

Brightwork Bureau is the result of that experience relocated to where it belongs — on the water. Now based on Lake Norman, NC, we bring a decade-plus of hands-on training and real-world work to the Southeast. Whether your boat came out of winter storage looking rough or you're prepping for the season and want it done properly, you're in the right hands.

We work on everything from trailered runabouts to large cruisers and have serviced clients ranging from private owners to marinas and yacht clubs. Every job gets the same attention regardless of size.

Front view of a white and black speedboat with beige interior seats, parked outdoors with a line of trucks in the background.

Services

Exterior

  • Hull wash and decontamination

  • Water line and boot stripe cleaning

  • Hull stain and oxidation removal

  • Multi-step gel coat compound and polish

  • Wet sanding and paint correction

  • Fiberglass restoration

  • Aluminum hull cleaning and polish

  • Non-skid deck cleaning and restoration

  • Deck wash and surface decontamination

  • Prop and running gear polish

  • Trailer detailing and wheel cleaning

Brightwork & Hardware

  • Stainless steel polishing and protection

  • Chrome polishing

  • Brass and bronze hardware cleaning

  • Rail, cleat, and fitting restoration

  • Teak cleaning, brightening, and sealing

  • Teak restoration and oil treatment

Protection & Coatings

  • Polymer sealant application

  • Marine wax

  • Ceramic coating application

  • UV protectant treatments

  • Vinyl and rubber seal conditioning

  • Waterproofing for canvas and soft goods

  • Bottom paint surface prep and cleaning

Glass & Windows

  • Window cleaning and polishing

  • Windshield scratch removal and restoration

  • Glass sealant and water repellent treatment

Interior

  • Full interior deep clean

  • Upholstery cleaning and conditioning

  • Carpet extraction and stain treatment

  • Mold and mildew treatment and prevention

  • Bilge cleaning and degreasing

  • Storage compartment cleaning

  • Odor elimination treatment

  • Headliner cleaning

Canvas & Soft Goods

  • Bimini top cleaning and UV treatment

  • Mooring cover cleaning

  • Enclosure panel cleaning and polishing

  • Canvas waterproofing

Additional

  • Engine compartment cleaning and degreasing

  • Pre-sale detail and inspection prep

  • New vessel protection package

  • Seasonal storage prep detail

  • Post-winter commissioning detail

  • Marina and dealership fleet accounts welcome

Book Your Detail!

Send us a message through our brief inquiry form, and we will respond promptly to explore how we can make your boat look great!