Category: boat cleaning and care
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What to Look for in a Water-Purification System
What to Look for in a Water-Purification System The hand-carry single-membrane three-stage reverse-osmosis water-purification system from Deckhand Supply retails for $1,861.64. Courtesy Deckhand Supply Using a water-purification system to wash and rinse your boat once it’s back at the dock or on a trailer can save you time and help keep finishes spot-free and gleaming.…
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Three Tools for Drying Your Boat
Three Tools for Drying Your Boat The right tools will help keep your boat dry. Courtesy West Marine The problem with boats is that, to enjoy them, you have to get them wet. Drying off the inside of your boat after using it or washing it is a big thing in terms of extending its…
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The Safest Soaps for Your Boat and the Environment
The Safest Soaps for Your Boat and the Environment The right soap will make washing your boat much easier. Randy Vance Internet analytics reveal that “environmentally safe boat soap” is a wildly common search term entered into Google. The keystrokes reveal a plethora of bits and advice from forums, magazines and websites pointing toward food…
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Choosing the Right Cleaner for Nonskid Surfaces
Choosing the Right Cleaner for Nonskid Surfaces Making your nonskid gleam can be accomplished by choosing the proper cleaning agent. Kevin Falvey The same properties that help provide grip for a boater’s feet can allow dirt and grime to cling to nonskid surface with tenacity. There are myriad patterns of molded-in nonskid, as well as…
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How to Clean Your Boat Without Dirtying the Environment
How to Clean Your Boat Without Dirtying the Environment Copious flushing and a soft-bristled brush keep side panels and other areas free of grime and grit. Capt. Vincent Daniello Any boater who has navigated a pristine waterway, experienced life below the water’s surface, or anchored off a picturesque beach likely appreciates nature’s beauty. Yet some…
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Top Protective Coatings for Boats
Top Protective Coatings for Boats To achieve a good result with graphene, ceramic or wax, perfect surface preparation is essential. Hedgehog94/Adobe Stock If you’ve had a great season so far, chances are that the spit and polish you put on your boat’s gelcoat finish this past spring is losing some its luster. Boating Lab has…
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How to Protect Your Boat’s Vinyl From Mold and Mildew
How to Protect Your Boat’s Vinyl From Mold and Mildew Mold prevention is more effective than mold removal. But once mold has appeared, some derivative of bleach is most effective at killing it. The remover must be cleansed from the vinyl or it will break down the fabric and threads. Courtesy Xanigo Marine New-boat vinyl…