Blacking at Braunston Boats Ltd

[Melissas]

Hello,

 

I wonder if anyone could give me some feedback if they have had their boat blacked at Braunston Boats?

I usually black myself, but happen to be moored nearby and they have available slots for blacking (but you can't do it yourself). Any feedback appreciated if you've experience of them, thanks

[Keeping Up]

I had mine done there a little over 2 years ago. They did a good job and were very thorough, they also welded on a couple of new anodes for me. I was booked in to have it done there again last month (I've always had it done every 2 years) but I had to postpone it until September.

[Melissas]

Thanks for your reply, that's really helpful

[Athy]

14 minutes ago, Melissas said:

 

 

 

I usually black myself, 

Yes, that stuff gets all over the place, doesn't it?

[CV32]

I'm surprised we are allowed to use the term in these days of PC twaddle and removing statues for the mob rule opinionista's

[Alan de Enfield]

2 hours ago, Athy said:

Yes, that stuff gets all over the place, doesn't it?

I thought 'blacking-up' was now frowned upon ?

[GRLMK38]

I have used Braunston Boats for the last 3 blackings (and will use them again next time).  It's a good value for money, no fuss, professional service and if you are a live aboard you can stay onboard during the work.  As mentioned above, welding and repairs services are also available.

[matty40s]

2 minutes ago, Alan de Enfield said:

I thought 'blacking-up' was now frowned upon ?

I find it easier to black sideways. 

[Melissas]

Thanks very much GRLMK38, that's really helpful

Edited July 3, 2020 by Melissas

[Markinaboat]

Thinking of booking in here for July as relocating the boat t the area. Is this the same yard that Roger Farrington operates put of as I may need some other work doing?

[GRLMK38]

12 hours ago, Markinaboat said:

Thinking of booking in here for July as relocating the boat t the area. Is this the same yard that Roger Farrington operates put of as I may need some other work doing?

Yes

[Markinaboat]

On 04/03/2021 at 08:42, GRLMK38 said:

Yes

All booked in.

[GRLMK38]

10 hours ago, Markinaboat said:

All booked in.

 

Good news.

I'm there at the end of May.

[canalboat]

Here's another vote for Roger

[Markinaboat]

1 hour ago, GRLMK38 said:

 

Good news.

I'm there at the end of May.

5th July, no doubt will pass each other at some point. I have a proper 2 cylinder Gardner now ?