Bertram33 User Forum

I have been in the process of retro fitting my 33 sf, but I find myself at a lost when it comes to guidance. The boat has been gutted, and yet sits at the marina. Looking for galley ideas, berth as well as bridge console. Any photos out there?

For a start, google up your model boat online, yachtworld etc. There are usually a number of them for sale and some have good pictures with the listing that can get you started.

Thanks,will try that.

I was up in Maine last week, went to the Bittersweet Marina yard in So Bristol and came across the Bert 28 "Roxy". Amazing what another Maine boatyard did with that boat. Not a 33, but gives you an idea of what is possible!

I have recently seen the "Roxy" vessel's listing with photos, it looks great, however it has different interior. thanks

I did this when i had to replace the galley after the termites got through with it. Went with a dual voltage fridge over the engine box for easier access, as I am tall. Lost the over counter storage, but with the extra room gained by moving the sink, i think i came out ahead. Still haven't figured out what to do right of the drawers, but she's buttoned up and works well.

Thanks, as of now, I have nothing in the galley it was gutted.

This was pretty much built from scratch, as what started as a support the sagging counter, quickly became a full rip out and an redo.

The counter came from IKEA for about $80, the panels were all stained plywood. While I did reuse the doors and drawers, you can pick up these pretty cheap at any home recycler, if you find a pattern you like.

My advice is to stand in the space and try to visualize what you want where, an empty cabin is a clean slate to redesign for what suits you best, use the opportunity to make it better.

Thanks. I’ll keep the post going as I go.