Narrowboat Painting Blog
Advice, maintenance guides and stories from the paint dock
The History of Narrowboat Painting: A Craft Born on Britain's Canals
From the working boats of the Industrial Revolution to the award-winning finishes of today, the tradition of narrowboat decoration is a living art form.
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2-Pack Epoxy vs Bitumen: Which Hull Blacking is Right for Your Narrowboat?
A practical look at the differences between 2-pack epoxy and traditional bitumen, including lifespan, preparation and when each option makes sense.
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Before & After: A 58ft Narrowboat Brought Back to Life at Teddesley
A weathered narrowboat arrives at our heated dock in Penkridge and leaves with a fresh, durable finish built for years on the water.
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5 Warning Signs Your Narrowboat Hull Needs Urgent Attention
Rust blooms, bubbling paint and soft spots can all point to hull problems that are easier to fix early than late.
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The Art of Coach Lining: Keeping a Victorian Craft Alive on the Cut
Those elegant lines along a canal boat are more than decoration: they are part of a long visual tradition on British waterways.
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Shot Blasting Explained: Why Proper Surface Prep Makes All the Difference
You cannot paint over a bad surface and expect it to last. Shot blasting gives coatings the clean, stable base they need.
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