Polyethylene
Welded
Most recreational and fishing kayaks, sit-on-tops and some SUPs are rotomoulded polyethylene. Cracks and holes are welded with matching plastic.
Polyethylene kayaks and plastic craft, Currumbin Waters
Kayak Repairs &
Plastic Welding
Gold Coast
Cracked, split or holed plastic kayak? Send Joe a photo. Polyethylene kayaks, fishing kayaks, sit-on-tops, canoes and plastic SUPs, quoted free from your photos by the factory that repairs boards, boats and Jet Skis.
5.0 53 Google reviewsFree quote, no obligationEvery job done by Joe
Why Cross Design
One workshop for every craft
Plastic, fibreglass or carbon, it all comes to the same place: the Cross Design factory in Currumbin Waters, on the southern Gold Coast.
Quote from your photos
Plastic craft are assessed and quoted from photos, free. Text them to 0422 435 689.
Every craft, one roof
Kayaks, SUPs, skis, boats, Jet Skis and surfboards all come to the same factory.
Assessed by Joe
“No middlemen, no shortcuts.” Joe, the head shaper, looks at every job himself.
Walk-in factory
Southern Gold Coast, at 2/14 Nuban St, Currumbin Waters. Walk-ins welcome during shop hours: Mon to Fri 9 to 4:30, Sat 9 to 12.
What we weld
Plastic Craft
Need Welding
Most kayaks, sit-on-tops and fishing kayaks are moulded from polyethylene, a plastic that glue and fibreglass do not bond to well. Cracks and splits in polyethylene are usually repaired by welding: the plastic is heated and fused with matching plastic.
Not sure what your craft is made of? Send a photo of the hull and any labels and Joe will tell you whether it needs welding or fibreglass.
Covered
Kayaks and fishing kayaks
Cracks, splits and holes in polyethylene hulls.
Sit-on-tops and canoes
Hull and deck damage on plastic sit-on-tops and canoes.
Plastic SUPs
Polyethylene paddle boards assessed from your photos.
Other plastic craft
Something else in plastic? Send a photo and ask.
Also covered
- Cracks and splitsAlong the keel, chines and seams.
- Holes and puncturesImpact damage and worn-through spots.
- Fittings and scuppersDamage around fittings, scupper holes and hatches.
- Fibreglass kayaksRepaired with glass instead: surfcraft repairs.
Surfcraft and SLSC repairsFibreglass repairsCarbon fibre repairsBoat repairs
Check first
Plastic Or
Fibreglass?
The material decides the repair. Send a photo and Joe will tell you which one your craft needs before any work starts.
Fibreglass, epoxy and carbon
Glassed
Composite kayaks, surf skis and SUPs are repaired with fibreglass and resin, the way Joe repairs boards every day. See surfcraft repairs.
Trusted with the craft you love
★★★★★
Looking for someone to trust with your sacred surf board? If you’re like me your board is a part of you. It’s like a pet, it’s family. Not everyone can be trusted with something so dear to you. Well, look no further. You’ve found Joe at Cross Design. The man exudes passion for surfing and craftsmanship. Every fine detail is poured over. Every board is treated as if it’s his own. Every worry you may have is put to ease with his skill set and experience.
Plus, ya know, you get to support local. So get into the shop asap. Anything from dings to the brand new thing. Joe’s got your board and he’s got your back.
Thanks Joe!
★★★★★
Joe was kind enough to give me some insight into his process, and seeing the precision and passion he puts into his custom boards and repairs was awesome. You can tell immediately that he isn’t cutting corners. He’s an artist who respects the craft.
Whether you need a professional-grade repair or you're looking to get a custom board shaped by someone who actually cares, Joe is your man.
★★★★★
Came to Joe for a ding repair and a pressure dent, and the result was beyond my expectations. The dings were repaired so well and professionally, and the pressure dent is no longer visible at all. I picked up my board and it looked brand new again.
Joe is an amazing professional, and you can tell he is truly passionate about his work. Would 100% recommend Cross Design to anyone!
How it works
From Photo
To Water
01Send photos
Text close-ups of the damage and one wider shot of the kayak to Joe on 0422 435 689, or just drop it in.
02Free quote
A price and a straight answer on what the repair actually needs.
03Bring it in
Drop it at 2/14 Nuban St, Currumbin Waters.
04Back on the water
Collect it from the factory and get paddling.
Questions
Before You
Bring It In
Still unsure? Call or text Joe on 0422 435 689. More answers in the FAQ.
Do you repair plastic kayaks?
Yes, send photos. Most kayaks, fishing kayaks and sit-on-tops are polyethylene, which is repaired by plastic welding rather than fibreglass. Joe will look at your photos and tell you whether the damage can be welded before any work starts.
What is plastic welding?
Polyethylene does not bond well to glue or fibreglass, so cracks and holes are usually repaired by heating the plastic and fusing it with matching plastic. The repair becomes part of the hull rather than a patch on top.
How do I know if my kayak is plastic or fibreglass?
Plastic kayaks are usually thick, slightly flexible and have a waxy feel. Fibreglass and composite kayaks are stiffer, glossy and often lighter. If you are unsure, send a photo of the hull and any labels and Joe will tell you.
How much does a kayak repair cost?
Every plastic welding job is quoted from photos, free and with no obligation. Close-ups of the damage and one wider shot of the whole kayak get you the fastest price.
How long will it take?
It depends on the damage. Ask when you send the photos and Joe will give you a straight answer before any work starts.
Can you fix a fibreglass kayak or surf ski?
Yes. Fibreglass, epoxy and carbon craft are repaired with glass and resin: see Surfcraft and SLSC repairs.
Where is the work done?
In our factory at 2/14 Nuban St, Currumbin Waters, on the southern Gold Coast. Send photos first so Joe can quote, then bring the craft in.
Free quote, no obligation
Get a price from Joe
No appointment needed. Drop it off any time the shop is open, it is the fastest way to get it fixed. Want a price first? Call or text Joe, or text him a photo.
- Drop in
- 2/14 Nuban St, Currumbin Waters
- Shop hours
- Mon to Fri 9am to 4:30pm
Sat 9am to 12pm - Call or text
- 24/7, 7 days a week
Other repairs
- Surfboard repairsDings, snaps, fin boxes and restorations.
- Surfboard restorationsRetro, classic and vintage boards brought back.
- Surfcraft and SLSC repairsSUPs, foil boards, surf skis and paddles.
- Boat repairsHulls, gelcoat, decks and restorations.
- Jet Ski repairsHull cracks, impact damage and colour matching.
- Fibreglass repairsCaravans, pools, carbon and custom parts.
- Carbon fibre repairsCarbon boards, fins, foils and paddles.
- Paint and respraysColour matching, sprays and resprays.
- Horse float repairsHoled roofs, cracked shells, gelcoat and resprays.
- All servicesEverything Joe makes and repairs.
- Custom surfboardsShaped around how you surf.
Find us
2/14 Nuban St
Currumbin Waters
- Shop hours
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm
Saturday, 9am to 12pm
Walk-ins welcome
Contact 24/7, 7 days a week - Phone
- 0422 435 689
Where we're based: our factory is in Currumbin Waters on the southern Gold Coast, handy for paddlers across the Gold Coast, Tweed Heads and northern NSW.
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