1. This Old Boat:Sailboat Restoration

    This Old Boat: Sailboat Restoration Are you someone who wants to buy a boat to fix it up for yourself or for a client? Are you a boat captain asked to restore old boat or yachts? Are you a yacht captain who appreciates sailboat aesthetics, good craftsmanship and wants to help create a… Read More
  2. Why Teak Wood Is So Expensive

    Why Teak Wood Is So Expensive Today, teak remains in high demand as a construction material for use in luxury yachts. Yet craftsmen should exercise care to select this product from environmentally responsible sources. Your customers will respect you for adhering to your principles during custom boat building!High Demand, Yet a Limited Legal… Read More
  3. Seven Boat Flooring Options

    Seven Boat Flooring Options For anyone who owns or operates a yacht, sailing it out of the harbor into the wide open expanse is an exhilarating feeling. So is hosting a party on board while anchored, and having guests admire the exquisite craftsmanship that makes it an inviting venue. For yacht owners, keeping… Read More
  4. How to Clean a Teak Deck

    The Best Cleaning Methods for a Teak Deck Here's the truth about teak decks: the wood they're made from were once living organisms. Unlike synthetic materials, their surface is porous. Therefore, the wrong chemicals, or too much of them, cause significant damage. To the point the teak starts to show signs of scarring.… Read More
  5. The Benefits of Remodeling Your Yacht’s Kitchen

    Gone are the days where kitchens only served a functional purpose and looks didn’t matter. Modern interior design makes it so that kitchens, whether in homes or on boats, must be equally functional and beautiful. On yachts where space is limited, achieving this balance can be particularly challenging.   Fortunately, Dennis Boatworks in Fort… Read More
  6. Custom Yacht Carpentry: Key Features to Include on Your Yacht

    Whether you own or charter a boat, a yacht should feel like a home away from home. Your yacht should feel special, comfortable, and original. Achieving this often means taking your boat to the next level with custom yacht carpentry. Custom pieces and small details can make a huge difference in both the… Read More
  7. What Is Marine Teak Wood?

    What is Marine Teak Wood and Why Is It Used? Marine teak wood is a desirable material to craft elegant decks of boats and yachts from all over the world. If you have a boat, teak decking is highly recommended for its sleek design, bright color, durability, and water-resistance. But, why is this… Read More
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    Why Choosing Your Yacht Materials is Important

    Why Your Yacht Materials are Vital to Your Vessel Choosing the right materials for your marine vessels is essential to its look, style, and durability. The wrong choice could have you feeling lackluster about your incredible yacht or boat. It is completely natural to want the best, and with the right amount of… Read More
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    Why Handmade Matters

    Why are handmade items more valuable? There are plenty of vessels on the water at any given time, but only a few are genuine floating pieces are art. Marine carpentry is one of the main ways you can turn your vessel into a living space crafted just for you. Your needs are important,… Read More
  10. An image of an elegant dining room with a 12 person circular dining table, and a wooden island separating the table from the sitting room on the other side of the room built by Dennis Boatworks.

    How Do You Become a Professional Carpenter?

    Requirements for Custom Carpentry Just as a surgeon has to go to medical school to be trusted in the operating room, a carpenter has to study and practice their trade to improve their skills. In many instances, no one will want to hire someone with little experience or knowledge of their main trade.… Read More
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    How to Optimize Storage Space on a Yacht Part 2

    Optimizing Storage Space on Your Marine Vessel In our last blog, we were discussing how storage space in yachts needs to be utilized to the fullest. Even the largest yacht in the world can still struggle finding a safe place to store all important objects. If you have high-quality and expensive items, it… Read More
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    How to Optimize Storage Space on a Yacht Part 1

    How to Optimize Storage Space on a Yacht Your yacht is a great place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland and take a deep breath of salty sea air. On your floating oasis, you can relax and appreciate what really matters. But, if you have a yacht, you… Read More