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Cleaning Your Boat Inside & Out

Cleaning tools and tips to keep your boat looking good, bug free, and working well -- in a marine environment.

A Conversation With TeakGuard’s Deb

Published on October 20, 2020; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Nica Waters

Why to use TeakGuard, how to apply it, and what exactly makes this so easy to use.  [More] A Conversation With TeakGuard’s Deb

Pick the Best Teak Cleaner and Finish

Published on January 17, 2020; last updated on January 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Which interior teak cleaner and finish gives the best results? I looked at a few options and picked this one for ease and the resulting finish.  [More] Pick the Best Teak Cleaner and Finish

Clean Your Boat’s Bottom Yourself!

Published on October 25, 2019; last updated on October 21, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cleaning your boat’s bottom can be a real pain if you don’t have a plan and the right tools. Learn how to DIY the right way. [More] Clean Your Boat’s Bottom Yourself!

Clean Your Stainless Without Rubbing

Published on July 12, 2019; last updated on July 15, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are you looking for a way to clean and protect your boat’s stainless steel? We love this product!  [More] Clean Your Stainless Without Rubbing

Clear Your Slow or Clogged Boat Drain

Published on June 7, 2019; last updated on December 20, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Yes, you can clear a clogged boat drain without dangerous chemicals. Here’s a list of methods to try. [More] Clear Your Slow or Clogged Boat Drain

Boat Mold Remedies

Published on July 24, 2018; last updated on July 21, 2018 by Nica Waters

Life on board poses special problems. Mold is one of them. How do you keep mold from eating your favorite things?

Life on board poses special problems. Mold is one of them. How do you keep mold from eating your favorite things? [More] Boat Mold Remedies

Dyson Cordless Handheld Vacuum

Published on August 14, 2017; last updated on August 31, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

We balked at the price of a Dyson. We bought other handheld vacuums and had them die or perform poorly. In the long run, the Dyson costs less.

We balked at the price of a Dyson. We bought other handheld vacuums and had them die or perform poorly. In the long run, the Dyson costs less. [More] Dyson Cordless Handheld Vacuum

Mold and Mildew

Published on April 29, 2016; last updated on November 23, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Mold and mildew are the bane of every boat owner in hot, humid climates. Tips to minimize the problem when “the old stand-bys” just don’t do it. [More] Mold and Mildew

Clearing Cockpit Drains

Published on April 4, 2016; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cockpit drains need to be kept clear so they will drain quickly. But it's easy for things such as hair and parts from a project to go down them. So you need to clean them out. This inexpensive tool is the best we've found!

Cockpit drains need to be kept clear so they will drain quickly. But it’s easy for things such as hair and parts from a project to go down them. So you need to clean them out. This inexpensive tool is the best we’ve found! [More] Clearing Cockpit Drains

Cleaning Non-Skid Boat Decks

Published on April 1, 2016; last updated on September 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cleaning non-skid boat decks used to be a hated chore, with lots of scrubbing on our hands and knees. Learn how to do it faster and more easily. [More] Cleaning Non-Skid Boat Decks

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Carolyn Shearlock

Hi! I'm Carolyn Shearlock. My husband and I have been cruising over 13 years and 12,000 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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10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

January 23, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock/Rick Marcarelli

Looking for a simple, affordable, and comfortable cruising boat? An overview and comparison of 10 of the most popular small catamarans. [More] 10 Small Catamarans for Cruisers

Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

January 22, 2021 By Carolyn Shearlock

Don’t waste energy keeping your boat fridge cool. Here’s how to make it more efficient.   [More] Making a Boat Fridge Efficient

Boatcards and Memories

January 19, 2021 By Nica Waters

Packing up the house to sell unearthed a lot of memories from our first cruise. In the form of boat cards. [More] Boatcards and Memories

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