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Buying & Using a Boat Refrigerator

Boat refrigerators just aren't like "land" refrigerators. Smaller, oddly shaped and often with little to no freezer space or organization.

Make your fridge work for you -- whether it's front- or top-loading, and no matter how tiny!

How’s the Refrigerator Doing?

Published on August 2, 2013; last updated on May 31, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

An inexpensive indoor/outdoor thermometer could save hundreds of dollars of food by alerting you to a problem before the food is spoiled. [More] How’s the Refrigerator Doing?

Adding Refrigerant?

Published on July 1, 2013; last updated on December 25, 2017 by Carolyn Shearlock

Not a how-to — I’m not enough of an expert for that. But a few things that we learned along the way and weren’t in any how-to book we ever consulted! [More] Adding Refrigerant?

Refrigeration Problem? Or Bad Batteries?

Published on June 26, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Your refrigerator is running all the time but nothing is really cold. Is it time to call in the refrigerator repairman? Or is it something else?

Your refrigerator is running all the time but nothing is really cold. Is it time to call in the refrigerator repairman? Or is it something else? [More] Refrigeration Problem? Or Bad Batteries?

Your refrigerator is running all the time but nothing is really cold. Is it time to call in the refrigerator repairman? Or is it something else?

Organizing a Top-Loading Boat Refrigerator Step by Step

Published on June 17, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got a top-loading boat refrigerator? Get step-by-step instructions how to organize it perfectly for your needs, including lots of pictures. [More] Organizing a Top-Loading Boat Refrigerator Step by Step

More Refrigerator Insulation

Published on June 8, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Does the sun beat down on your refrigerator or ice box? Stop it from heating up all that nice cold air on the inside by putting Reflectix on the outside.

Does the sun beat down on your refrigerator or ice box? Stop it from heating up all that nice cold air on the inside by putting Reflectix on the outside. [More] More Refrigerator Insulation

Does the sun beat down on your refrigerator or ice box? Stop it from heating up all that nice cold air on the inside by putting Reflectix on the outside.

Refrigerator Insulation Test

Published on June 1, 2013; last updated on February 24, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Is your refrigerator or ice box losing its cool? Make sure all that nice cold air stays IN the refrigerator!

Is your refrigerator or ice box losing its cool? Make sure all that nice cold air stays IN the refrigerator! [More] Refrigerator Insulation Test

Is your refrigerator or ice box losing its cool? Make sure all that nice cold air stays IN the refrigerator!

Check Your Refrigerator Seals

Published on May 31, 2013; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Refrigerator (or ice box) seals help keep the cold air from seeping out the cracks around lids and doors. But are yours really doing the job?

Refrigerator (or ice box) seals help keep the cold air from seeping out the cracks around lids and doors. But are yours really doing the job? [More] Check Your Refrigerator Seals

Refrigerator (or ice box) seals help keep the cold air from seeping out the cracks around lids and doors. But are yours really doing the job?

Engine-Driven Refrigeration?

Published on December 16, 2012; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thinking of installing a new refrigerator on your boat and wondering about engine-driven versus 12-volt? Or looking at an older boat with engine driven?

Thinking of installing a new refrigerator on your boat and wondering about engine-driven versus 12-volt? Or looking at an older boat with an engine driven system? [More] Engine-Driven Refrigeration?

Thinking of installing a new refrigerator on your boat and wondering about engine-driven versus 12-volt? Or looking at an older boat with engine driven?

Bag It!

Published on August 8, 2012; last updated on February 22, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

There's never enough room in a boat refrigerator or cooler -- eliminate wasted space with this tip!

There’s never enough room in a boat refrigerator or cooler — eliminate wasted space with this tip! [More] Bag It!

There's never enough room in a boat refrigerator or cooler -- eliminate wasted space with this tip!

Individual Ice Cubes

Published on July 23, 2012; last updated on January 1, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

Got just a TINY bit of room in your freezer? Not enough for a full ice cube tray, but enough to make just one or two ice cubes? Here’s how you can do it! [More] Individual Ice Cubes

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 14 years and 13,000 miles, first on a Tayana 37 monohull and now on a 34' Gemini catamaran. Along the way, we sold pretty much everything we owned (twice!), gained a great boat dog, had a bunch of wonderful times and some adventures . . . and learned a ton about what does and doesn't work!

      

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Simple Exercises to do Onboard

August 16, 2022 By Nica Waters

Hoping to stay fit while living (and cruising on a small boat)? Here are 3 easy exercises to try.  [More] Simple Exercises to do Onboard

DIY Dish Drain for a Double Sink

August 12, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

Looking for a way to dry dishes without taking up valuable space in your galley? Take a look at one half of your double sink. Here’s how to make it work.  Links: Nonstick Cooling Rack (Amazon) In-Sink Cutlery Holder (Amazon) Prefer to Read? Check out In-Sink Dish Drainer.

Why You Need to Prep Before Leaving the Boat

August 10, 2022 By Carolyn Shearlock

What happens when you leave your boat without prepping it first? Here’s what we found when a medical issue had us off the boat for over 2 weeks! [More] Why You Need to Prep Before Leaving the Boat

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