MARINE PROTECTION FILM INSTALLATION TRAINING
MARINE PROTECTION FILM INSTALLATION TRAINING
Marine Protection Film Installation Training
Learn how to properly inspect, prep, position, install, and sell marine protection film services with a professional process.
Marine Protection Film Installation Training is an in-person hands-on course built for marine detailers, shop owners, installers, technicians, and businesses looking to add high-value protection film services to their marine offering.
Marine protection film is one of the strongest upsells in the boat care industry because it solves real problems for boat owners: docking damage, scum line staining, abrasion, sun fading, wear points, and high-touch surface protection. But installation requires patience, prep, clean technique, and the ability to explain the value clearly.
This course teaches the fundamentals of marine protection film installation, including surface evaluation, prep standards, film handling, slip/tack solution basics, edge management, stretching control, trimming awareness, install strategy, client education, and premium sales positioning.
Course Details
Format: In-person training
Location: MAD Soaps, 2830 Solomons Island Road, Edgewater, MD 21037
Investment: $2,000 per attendee
Seats: Limited enrollment
What You’ll Learn
How to inspect marine surfaces before film installation
How to determine whether a surface is a good candidate for marine protection film
How to prepare gel coat, painted surfaces, outboards, hardware areas, screens, and other install zones
How to understand where marine protection film creates the most value for boat owners
How to explain film options, including clear and colored protection film
How to position waterline protection, hull side protection, outboard protection, hardware protection, and high-wear-area protection
How to clean and prep surfaces before installation
How to handle film without contamination
How to understand slip solution, tack solution, and install environment variables
How to position film before locking it down
How to manage edges, fingers, tension, and stretch
How to reduce bubbles, lift lines, dirt, and visible install flaws
How to approach seams and repair conversations with clients
How to explain that small film repairs can often be done without replacing the entire piece
How to avoid areas where film should not be installed, including bottom paint and the underside/belly of the boat
How to sell marine protection film as a premium protection upgrade
How to set expectations around durability, maintenance, repairs, and appearance
What’s Included
In-person instruction
Hands-on marine protection film installation training
Surface inspection and prep walkthrough
Film handling demonstration
Install solution and technique overview
Edge and tension management training
Common mistake prevention
Sales positioning and client education framework
Certificate of completion
Training materials and worksheets
Best For
This course is best for marine detailers, shop owners, experienced technicians, auto PPF installers moving into marine work, and businesses that want to add marine protection film as a premium service.
This Is Not For
People looking for a quick shortcut
Beginners who are not comfortable with hands-on technical work
Installers who are unwilling to slow down and follow a process
Anyone who thinks film installation is just “sticking plastic on a boat”
Businesses that are not ready to sell premium protection services professionally
Important Registration Terms
Payment is required to reserve your seat.
Course dates are selected at checkout or through the available product options.
Seats are limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Because this is a limited-seat in-person training, registrations are non-refundable within 14 days of the selected course date.
MAD Soaps may reschedule the course due to weather, safety, instructor availability, or operational needs.
Attendees may be photographed or filmed during training for educational and marketing purposes.
Reserve your seat and learn how to install and sell marine protection film with a professional, repeatable process.