Yacht Deep Cleaning
Yacht Deck Washing in Dubai
Deck washing lifts salt, sand and footprints from non slip gelcoat and teak with fresh water and the right brush for each surface, and leaves scuppers and drains running clear. Available across Dubai and in the prime communities of Abu Dhabi by appointment. A supervisor comes aboard first, and the written quotation follows before any work begins.
- Quotation
- Written, after a visit
- Response
- 2 hours in Dubai
- Quality checks
- 14 on every job
- Service
- Gold rated
5.0 on GoogleFully insuredNo subcontractorsOpen 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday
Yacht Deck Washing at a glance
| Service | Yacht Deck Washing |
|---|---|
| Location | Dubai and the prime communities of Abu Dhabi |
| Carried out on | Motor yachts, superyachts, catamarans and day boats, at the berth |
| Quotation | In writing, after a site visit and before any work begins |
| Typical duration | 2 to 4 hours for a wash down and interior clean on most yachts, and one to two days for a full deep clean with detailing |
| Team | Crew directly employed by The MELLS, with a named supervisor |
| Quality check | 14 Point Standard signed by the supervisor, with photographs before and after |
| If a check fails | It is put right free of charge within 48 hours |
| Response | Two hours in Dubai for urgent work, planned work within 48 hours |
| Hours | 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday |
| Booking | Book a site visit on this page, call +971 58 656 3001 or email contact@themells.ae |
What is included
Yacht deep cleaning at the berth for owners, captains and charter operators: interior, decks, upholstery and every exterior surface above the waterline. Salt spray dries on every surface within hours, and the Dubai sun bakes it onto gelcoat, glass and stainless steel while fine sand settles on deck. Below deck, closed cabins hold damp in fabrics and lockers. Our crew works at your marina berth once access is agreed with the marina office. We clean inside and out, and do not carry out mechanical, underwater or hull works.
- Cushions, mats and loose gear lifted off the deck
- Non slip pattern scrubbed with a medium brush
- Teak washed with a separate soft brush
- Scuppers, drain channels and locker gutters cleared
How we carry out yacht deck washing
Decks collect everything: salt from spray, sand blown off the land, sun cream, fish scales and spilt drinks. The moulded non slip pattern traps that dirt in its grooves, where a quick hose will not shift it, and a film of sun cream and salt makes the surface slippery underfoot. Sand that washes into scuppers and locker gutters blocks them, so the next wash or a rare burst of rain ends up pooling on deck or draining into a locker.
Cushions and mats come off first so the whole deck is exposed. The flybridge is rinsed and washed before the main deck, and the bathing platform last, so dirty water always runs onto an area still to be done. Non slip gelcoat is scrubbed with a medium bristle deck brush and pH neutral wash, worked in two directions to reach into the pattern. Teak gets a separate soft brush and light pressure. Drains are flushed with the hose until they run freely, and rails and cleats are wiped dry.
How it works
The same method on every job, so the result does not depend on who is on shift.
- Visit at the berth and written quotation. A supervisor comes aboard, notes the length, layout and finishes, and checks the marina rules for visiting crews. The written quotation sets out the scope by deck and by cabin.
- Protect the boat. Soft soled shoes or shoe covers only. Teak, carpets and varnished thresholds are covered along the working route, and loose items are stowed before any water is used.
- Interior, from the bow aft. Cabins, heads, galley and saloon are dry dusted and vacuumed first, then wet cleaned by surface. Veneer, leather, stone, stainless steel and glass each get their own product and cloth.
- Exterior, from the top down. The flybridge is washed first and the swim platform last, with fresh water at low pressure. Teak is scrubbed gently across the grain with a soft brush, metal is polished, and every surface is dried so that salt cannot spot it again.
- Inspection and report. The supervisor walks the vessel against the fourteen checks, photographs each area and sends the report to the owner or captain within the hour.
Talk to a supervisor about yacht deck washing today.
Why choose The MELLS for yacht deck washing
What an ordinary job leaves out, and what you can hold us to.
| Point | An ordinary job | The MELLS |
|---|---|---|
| Quotation | A figure over the phone, with extras added on the day | A written quotation after a site visit, and nothing added on the day |
| Team | Crews supplied through agencies or subcontractors | Crew directly employed by The MELLS, with a named supervisor |
| Products | One all purpose chemical on every surface | Marine grade products matched to teak, gelcoat, stainless steel and leather |
| Handover | The job ends when the crew leaves | 14 Point Standard signed by the supervisor, with photographs before and after |
| Aftercare | A return visit is charged | A failed check is put right free of charge within 48 hours |
Our commitments on every yacht deck washing job
The same standard on a single room or a whole estate.
Written quotation
The scope is fixed in writing before any work begins.
Named supervisor
One person is responsible for your job from the visit to handover.
Checked before handover
14 Point Standard signed by the supervisor, with photographs before and after.
Put right within 48 hours
If a check fails, we come back and correct it free of charge.
Fully insured
Our work in your home or premises is covered by insurance.
Discreet crews
Uniformed, briefed on your house rules and respectful of your privacy.
What your quotation depends on
A quotation for yacht deck washing follows a site visit. The supervisor looks at the points listed here and you receive a written quotation with a defined scope before any work begins. Once you accept it, nothing is added on the day.
- Length of the vessel and the number of decks, cabins and heads
- Condition: a boat cleaned every week is a different job from one left closed through the summer
- Scope: interior, exterior or both, and any detailing or fabric extraction
- Access: marina rules, working hours on the pontoon, and water and power at the berth
- Frequency: a single visit, turnarounds between charters or a regular contract
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Questions about yacht deck washing
What does yacht deck washing include?
Deck washing lifts salt, sand and footprints from non slip gelcoat and teak with fresh water and the right brush for each surface, and leaves scuppers and drains running clear. The work includes cushions, mats and loose gear lifted off the deck; non slip pattern scrubbed with a medium brush; teak washed with a separate soft brush.
Will scrubbing wear the non slip pattern away?
Not with a medium bristle brush and a pH neutral wash. The pattern is moulded into the gelcoat and stands up well to brushing. What damages it is abrasive powder, wire brushes and strong acid cleaners, none of which we bring aboard.
Is it better to wash the deck before or after a day out?
After. A deck washed in the morning collects a new coat of salt by evening, and that salt is what does the harm if it sits. Tell us when you expect to be back at the berth and we can attend the same afternoon if the boat is back in time, as the team works until 19:00.
How much does yacht deck washing cost in Dubai?
We do not publish prices, because no two jobs are the same. The main factors: length of the vessel and the number of decks, cabins and heads; condition: a boat cleaned every week is a different job from one left closed through the summer. Book a site visit: a supervisor from The MELLS looks at the work and you receive a written quotation with a defined scope before anything begins.
Who provides yacht deck washing in Dubai?
The MELLS provides yacht deck washing in Dubai. The work is carried out by people The MELLS employs directly, under a named supervisor, 08:00 to 19:00, Monday to Saturday. To arrange it, book a site visit on this page or call +971 58 656 3001.
How long does yacht deck washing take?
Typically 2 to 4 hours for a wash down and interior clean on most yachts, and one to two days for a full deep clean with detailing. The time for your property is confirmed with the quotation.
Do you provide yacht deep cleaning in Dubai?
Yes, wherever the vessel is berthed in a Dubai marina. We check the marina rules for visiting contractors before the first visit.
Do you clean the hull below the waterline?
No. We clean interiors and the exterior surfaces above the waterline, at the berth. Underwater hull cleaning, antifouling and mechanical works are outside our scope.
Does the marina need to approve your crew?
Many marinas ask contractors to register before boarding. We confirm the requirement with the marina office and prepare whatever paperwork it asks for.
Can you turn a yacht around between charters?
Yes. Tell us the gap between guests and we plan the crew size to finish inside it, including a linen change with the sets you supply.
Which products do you use on teak, gelcoat and leather?
Each surface gets a product made for it: a pH neutral wash for gelcoat, a teak cleaner worked in with a soft brush, and a leather cleaner for seating. Harsh acids and stiff brushes stay off the boat.
Do you need water and power from the berth?
Yes. We use the fresh water and shore power at the pontoon. If either is missing at your berth, tell us at the site visit and we plan around it.
Can the captain or crew stay on board while you work?
Yes. We agree the working order with the captain, so crew areas and the bridge are done at a time that suits the vessel.
How do I choose a company for yacht deck washing in Dubai?
Ask four things: who employs the people who will come, whether the scope is written down before work starts, how the result is checked, and what happens if something is missed. The MELLS uses its own staff, quotes in writing after a site visit, checks every job (14 Point Standard signed by the supervisor, with photographs before and after) and puts right any failed check free of charge within 48 hours.
How do I prepare for yacht deck washing?
Put away valuables, papers and fragile items from the areas to be worked on and tell us about any delicate finishes. The supervisor confirms anything else at the site visit.
Do I need to provide any products or equipment?
No. Products, tools and machines come with the crew. Any materials the job needs, such as paint or parts, are listed in the written quotation.
What if I am not happy with the result?
Tell the supervisor at handover or call us. Anything that fails our check is put right free of charge within 48 hours.
Page updated by The MELLS, Damac Executive Heights, Barsha Heights, Dubai.