When to clean a boat might be just as important of a question as how to clean a boat. Luckily, BoatLIFE® has the answer. Pioneers in the marine sealants industry for over 66 years, the company’s founder, Mr. Edwin Kehrt, revolutionized marine caulking and sealants in 1959 leading to what we now have on the market today. Fast forward to present day, the company offers a wide array of high-quality, American-made boat cleaning, boat care, boat maintenance, boat building, boat detailing and boat restoration products out there.
You may have read our blog post on how to clean a boat hull in the water, how to clean a boat carpet, how to clean an aluminum boat trailer, or our latest on how to clean an aluminum boat, but it’s important to also consider when to clean your boat. The short answer is at scheduled, seasonal intervals, and whenever it appears unsightly or dirty. But remember – there is always cleaning to be done beyond the surface. What follows is our recommendations for when to clean a boat.
When to Clean a Boat
Both the interior and the exterior of boats should be thoroughly cleaned on a semi-regular basis, and deep cleaned before winterization and before the start of spring boating season in your area. Plan for a good power wash to the interior and exterior monthly when in regular use, and bi-monthly to tri-monthly while in storage.
For a handy reference point, refer to our blogs on what to spring clean on your boat and why cleaning your boat’s interior is essential for winterization. If you are new to boat cleaning and don’t know where to start, our different types of boat cleaners post breaks down the various boat cleaners available in the BoatLIFE catalog, all of which can be shipped directly to the end consumer. Keep in mind, we have different boat cleaners that serve different purposes, from our tried-and-true all-purpose Boat Cleaner, to our heavy-duty Fiberglass Powder Cleaner & Stain Remover, to VinyLIFE Vinyl Cleaner & Protectant, to Aluminum Cleaner, and more – we’ve got all your boat cleaning and boat detailing bases covered.
No matter what the job, we have the perfect boat cleaner, boat wax, or boat polish for the task. Browse our full catalog of boat cleaners on our website and be sure to read our blog for the latest DIY boat care tips and trips. Happy cleaning!
About Life Industries Corporation
Founded by Mr. Edwin Kehrt on Long Island, New York in 1959, Life Industries Corporation formulates, compounds, labels, packages, and ships various chemical compounds. Parent company to BoatLIFE, RVbyLIFE, and AeroLIFE Industries, the organization relocated to its present home in North Charleston, South Carolina in 1995. Grace L. Schmidt, Mr. Kehrt’s daughter, has been president since 1987. This year marks the company’s 65th anniversary.
