Your boat is only as good as the quality of your materials.
And perhaps the most obvious difference between a good boat and a bad boat is the
wood. But even quality wood sometimes gives way to rot. What matters is what
you do about it. In this brief guide, we’ll examine the best marine wood
filler—
Git-Rot™—and
how to use […]
You do a great job of maintaining your boat and keeping it
clean—above the water line. But when it comes to cleaning the bottom of your
boat, the entire prospect can seem like a labor-intensive chore. Fortunately,
with this boat bottom cleaning guide in your corner, you’ll have the tips and
strategies to make quick work of your boat […]
Your boat might look its best, but unless it smells just as
fresh, those good looks may go to waste. Nothing ruins a quality boating
experience quite like foul odors. Even worse, it can be difficult to diagnose
the cause of the odor in the first place. Here is a quick guide to get rid of
boat odors so […]
Cleaning your boat is almost always a good idea. Keeping it
clear of debris and stains will make it look better and could extend the life of
your boat as well. It’s when the cleaning products you use are potentially
harmful to the surrounding environment that cleaning becomes a problem.
Fortunately, there are ways for any attentive boat owner […]
There’s an old saying that a boat is only as good as its
owner. Maybe that’s because even the best boats can look bad in a hurry if a
good owner isn’t maintaining them with a proper cleaning routine. That’s why
we’ve put together these tips for making boat cleaning as easy as possible.Purchase Only
Environmentally-Friendly Cleaning Products
No matter […]
At some point in your boat’s life, its stringers will need
to be addressed. Many boat owners might dread this process, but if you know
what you’re doing and arm yourself with the proper equipment, it doesn’t have
to be such a pain. In this boat stringer repair guide, we’ll look at what
commonly goes wrong with and how […]
Anyone who’s maintained a home for a long time knows what
happens when wood becomes waterlogged. It becomes rotted, weak—essentially
useless. That’s why it’s no secret that the wood on your boat should be
properly sealed and waterproofed to handle the marine environment. Here’s a
quick guide on how to waterproof wood for a boat.Why You Need to Seal
Your […]
While you know all about repairing your boat—handling the
fiberglass, protecting the wood, and more—upholstery can be tricky. How do you
best clean it, protect it from sun damage, and ultimately repair it when need
be? There’s on one answer for cleaning boat upholstery. But typically, the
solutions involve the proper cleaning and treatment of vinyl. Here are some […]
Of all the time and treasure you put into your boat, nowhere
will it be more noticeable than in the quality of your teak.
Teak care and teak
oil are often overlooked. But boat owners should learn what’s needed to care for
this unique material. The tropical wood is far different than fiberglass or
aluminum: teak came from living […]
There’s an old saying about boats: that “BOAT” really stands
for “Break Out Another Thousand.” But being a boat owner shouldn’t mean breaking
the bank. If you play your cards right and understand some of the best ways to
prevent the expenses of long-term boat ownership, you can keep your costs low
and your enjoyment high.Before You Buy, Chart
the […]
