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The Boat Galley

making boat life better

 

How to Clean a Boat Bottom

Published on June 6, 2011; last updated on January 3, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cleaning your own boat's bottom.

How to recognize that the bottom of your boat is fouled with growth, and how best to clean it yourself. Learn from my mistakes!

Adding or Changing a Boat Refrigerator

Published on April 29, 2011; last updated on January 1, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four items to consider if you’re thinking of installing or changing your boat refrigerator to make sure you end up with a system that meets your needs.

Hate Something in Your Boat’s Galley?

Published on April 4, 2011; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

large boat galley with dark cabinets - boat galley strap dangers and what you need to know

If something in the galley is really bothering you, change it! Here’s my story . . .

Non-Slip Solutions for Boat Life

Published on December 9, 2010; last updated on January 15, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hundreds of options exist for boat dishes. Get the pros and cons of Corelle, tempered glass, melamine, plastic and aluminum.

Use Less Power for Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 15, 2010; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Condiment bottles organized in a small boat refrigerator door

Four easy ways to use less power for your boat refrigerator. All cost less than $1 and take less than an hour to implement.

Extra Insulation for Your Boat Refrigerator

Published on October 11, 2010; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four simple and inexpensive ideas for improving your boat or RV refrigerator — save power without rebuilding your refrigerator or getting a new one.

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