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Question: I have an
aqua colored hull. Currently I have some water spots (white)
that I need to get rid of. What product would you recommend
for this purpose?
Answer: Depending on
the overall condition of your gel coat, I would suggest several
options. These are in order of strength. First I would suggest
cleaning the boat with BoatLIFE Boat Cleaner. This will remove
most light dirt, water spots, etc. without removing the wax.
If the surface is actually stained, then I would recommend
Fiberglass Kreme Cleaner or Fiberglass Powder Cleaner. These
will remove move stains, but you will need to re-apply wax
to the surface. For deep seated stubborn stains, I would recommend
BoatLIFE's Rubbing Compound, Liquid Fiberglass Rubbing Compound
or Restorer Wax. All three of these will work on deep seated
stains, keeping in mind, however, that they are not "heavy
grit". With the exception of the Restorer Wax, the cleaned
surface would need a new coat of wax afterward. We recommend
the following: After cleaning, apply PolyShine to the surface.
This is a fine polish that will prepare the surface for waxing.
After the Polyshine is applied according to the instructions,
then applying 1 or 2 coats of Life Wax. This will give you
a lustrous shine and the best protection from recurring stains
and oxidation. If applied correctly, this combination has
been know to last up to 3 years. Happy boating!
Question: I have teak swim platfrom that has been varnished
its pealing off, Can you advise me how to restore it back
to the original teak finish with one of your products.
Answer: Briefly what
you have to do is this.
1. First, you need to remove the varnish either by sanding
or with a good varnish remover.
2. Once you are back to bare wood, you want to clean it and/or
wet scrub it, depending on what method you used to remove
the varnish. If you sanded it off, then wet scrubbing will
suffice. If you used a varnish remover, clean the teak thoroughly
with Teak Brite Powder Cleaner +/or Teak Brite Kreme Cleaner
and follow with Teak Brite Brightener.
3. Next step is to allow the wood to dry thoroughly (at least
24-48 hours is best) and then apply several coats of Teak
Brite Teak Oil & Sealer.
Question: My boat transom has some dry rot in the core
on one side. The inner and outer fiberglass covering is intact
and holds the it's shape. However in some of the area the
wood has completely disintegrated just leaving a space. Can
I use your git rot epoxy for this repair, just pouring it
in to fill up the space and saturate what wood fibers remain.
The boat is a 17' fiberglass skiff with a 70 HP motor.
Answer: Yes, you can.
Just make sure the area is dry before you add the "Git"-Rot.
Question: My boat hull contains a flat area of fiberglass
that is marred with several square inches of 3M 5200 cured
sealant. Will your product 1288 Release Adhesive & Sealant
remover successfully remove this item?
Answer: Yes. You will
have to "work" at it, but it will remove 5200 without
damaging the surface.
Question: I am about to start cleaning my Teak decks
on my Hans Christian. I have access to some fresh water but
not enough to rinse down decks sfter cleaning. As my boat
is moored in Sydney Harbour salt water is no problem, can
I use salt water to rinse down afterwards with your products?
Answer: Fresh water
would be idea, however, you can use salt water. Keep in mind
however, the results will not be as good.
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