HULL PRO: GRADY WHITE 307 FREEDOM. SANDED, SEALED, AND SET TO PERFORM

May 28, 2025

WASHINGTON, NC

CAROLINA YACHT PROTECTION

Carolina Yacht Protection just completed a full Hull Pro installation on this 2025 Grady White Freedom 307 — and the results speak for themselves. After a thorough hull cleaning and 600-grit sanding, Seth and his team achieved a flawless, high-gloss finish that’s more than just cosmetic. With Hull Pro properly applied, this vessel is now primed for improved fuel efficiency, faster cruising speeds, and season-long protection against hull blistering and osmosis.

PREP IS EVERYTHING: SANDING MAKES THE DIFFERENCE

Applying Hull Pro is all about surface preparation — and Carolina Yacht Protection nailed it.

For marine ceramic coatings like Hull Pro to perform at their peak, surface prep is everything. Seth and his team at Carolina Yacht Protection understand this well. Before applying Hull Pro, they completed a detailed hull wash to remove any organic residue or buildup, followed by a sanding step at 600 grit. This sanding technique doesn’t just improve mechanical adhesion — it gives installers a visual guide for proper coverage, making it easy to see exactly where Hull Pro has and hasn’t been applied.

We’ve recently updated our professional recommendation: sanding is now a required step for any vessel receiving a Hull Pro installation. It ensures the coating bonds securely and evenly, especially on glossy gelcoats like this Grady White. Skipping the sanding step can reduce coating longevity and make it harder to identify missed spots during application.

A STUNNING SHINE THAT REVIVES THE GELCOAT

Hull Pro doesn’t just protect — it brings your boat’s color and finish back to life.

The Grady White Freedom 307 features a gorgeous gelcoat that had lost some of its original depth and clarity over time. But thanks to Hull Pro, that color has been completely revived. The high-gloss epoxy-based finish of Hull Pro enhances the visual depth of the gelcoat, giving the hull a rich, showroom-quality appearance that’s sealed in for the season.

This coating is more than cosmetic. Hull Pro creates a durable, hydrophobic barrier over the gelcoat, making it significantly easier to rinse off grime, scum, or surface stains after every trip. Boats treated with Hull Pro require fewer harsh chemicals for cleaning, which helps preserve the gelcoat even further — a win for both appearance and long-term vessel care.

BUILT FOR BETTER SPEED, FUEL ECONOMY, AND PROTECTION

Hull Pro’s smooth, non-ablative surface improves performance on every trip.

With a properly sanded and prepped surface, Hull Pro’s benefits are fully unlocked. The smooth, slick surface reduces hydrodynamic drag through the water, allowing the Freedom 307 to cruise more efficiently and plane faster. Users consistently report fuel savings in the 5–10% range after coating with Hull Pro — and this Grady White is no exception.

Owners also notice increased top-end speed and reduced RPMs, meaning less engine strain and better fuel-to-speed ratios. Plus, with built-in protection against osmosis and hull blistering, Hull Pro is a long-term investment that safeguards your vessel's performance and resale value. It’s a smart solution for boat owners who demand both speed and durability in every outing.

TRUSTED PROS IN COASTAL CAROLINA

Book your Hull Pro install with Carolina Yacht Protection — precision meets performance.

Carolina Yacht Protection has earned a stellar reputation in the Carolinas for professional marine detailing and protective coating services. Led by Seth Smithwick, the team is known for their meticulous preparation, expert-level finish work, and deep knowledge of the products they install. Whether you're boating in brackish inlets, saltwater coastlines, or freshwater lakes, they’ll get your vessel prepped, coated, and protected with care.

If you're located in the Carolinas and want to bring new life and protection to your boat, get in touch with Seth at Carolina Yacht Protection — your go-to Hull Pro Certified Applicator.