Preserving Newport's Maritime Heritage

Master craftsmen restoring classic yachts, wooden sailboats, and vintage motor vessels at our Commercial Wharf shipyard. From hull replanking to varnished brightwork, we honour tradition with every plank and every coat of varnish.

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Newport's Trusted Restoration Yard

For nearly four decades, Restoincip has been the yard of choice for owners who demand authentic craftsmanship on America's Cup heritage vessels and classic wooden boats.

Traditional Methods

We work with time-honoured techniques — steam-bent frames, bronze fastenings, hand-planed planks, and multiple coats of marine varnish applied by brush. No shortcuts on heritage vessels.

Master Shipwrights

Our team includes IYRS-trained shipwrights and joiners with decades of experience on Herreshoff, Nevins, and Rhodes designs. Every project is led by a senior craftsman from survey to launch.

Full-Service Yard

Structural repairs, systems upgrades, interior joinery, rigging, and paint — all under one roof at our covered shed on Commercial Wharf with direct access to Newport Harbor.

Restoration at a Glance

Numbers that reflect our commitment to classic boat preservation.

38
Years in Newport
240+
Boats Restored
12
Master Craftsmen
3
Covered Sheds

Featured Restoration Projects

Recent work from our Commercial Wharf shipyard.

Sail · 1938

Herreshoff S-Boat

Complete hull restoration including white oak frame replacement, cedar planking, and a 12-coat Awlwood varnish system on all brightwork. Re-launched for the 2025 Newport Classic Regatta.

Motor · 1954

Chris-Craft Custom Runabout

Full structural survey, mahogany deck replanking, engine rebuild, and period-correct upholstery. Winner of Best in Class at the Newport Wooden Boat Show.

Sail · 1962

Nevins 40 Yawl

Keel-to-truck restoration over 18 months. New teak cockpit, rebuilt mast step, and upgraded electrical systems concealed within original joinery panels.

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Restoration Services

Comprehensive care for classic and wooden vessels of every size.

Whether your boat needs a single-season refit or a multi-year ground-up restoration, our shipwrights deliver work that meets the standards of Newport's most discerning owners and surveyors.

We specialise in wooden hull repair, structural reframing, brightwork varnishing, traditional paint systems, interior joinery, and sympathetic systems modernisation that preserves the character of your vessel.

Full Service List

Core Capabilities

  • Structural — Frame replacement, planking, keel work, deadwood repair
  • Brightwork — Varnish, oil finishes, teak deck restoration
  • Paint — Awlgrip, Awlwood, and traditional oil-based systems
  • Joinery — Interior cabinetry, cockpit coamings, custom hatches
  • Systems — Electrical, plumbing, engine installation and alignment

Our Restoration Process

A proven approach refined over nearly four decades on Newport Harbor.

1. Survey & Assessment

Every project begins with a thorough hull and systems survey. We document condition with photographs and provide a detailed scope of work and timeline estimate.

2. Craftsmanship & Build

Work proceeds in our covered sheds with weekly progress updates. Owners are welcome to visit the yard and meet the craftsmen working on their boat.

3. Launch & Commission

Sea trials, rig tuning, and systems commissioning before handover. We stand behind every restoration with a comprehensive warranty on structural work.

4. Ongoing Care

Seasonal maintenance programmes keep your restored vessel in show condition. Varnish touch-ups, bottom paint, and winter storage available on site.

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What Owners Say

"Restoincip brought our 1938 S-Boat back to life with a level of craftsmanship I didn't think existed anymore. The varnished transom alone is a work of art."

— William H., Newport RI

"Transparent communication throughout an 18-month restoration. They treated our Nevins yawl like the family heirloom she is. Worth every penny."

— Margaret & James C., Boston MA

Begin Your Restoration

Schedule a consultation at our Commercial Wharf shipyard. We welcome boats from 20 to 80 feet.

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