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

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Where Gunk Collects

Published on April 27, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A hidden low spot for dirt and liquids to collect. And boy, they have!

A hidden low spot for dirt and liquids to collect. And boy, they have!

Where Is All This Dirt Coming From?

Published on March 24, 2015; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Why does it seem that the boat is never really clean? As soon as I finish vacuuming, I see more dust and dirt!

Why does it seem that the boat is never really clean? As soon as I finish vacuuming, I see more dust and dirt!

Easier Boat Bathroom Cleaning

Published on October 18, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hate cleaning around the toilet and cutting your hands on the hose clamps? A DIY sewing project solves the problem!

Cleaning the Burners on a Boat Stove

Published on October 11, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Equipment that’s hard to clean will just lead to problems down the line.

Contain the Mess When Cooking on a Boat

Published on February 3, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether it’s flour on the countertop or a leaking container in the cupboard, a little thought ahead of time can make the clean up a lot easier!

How to Clean Tight Spaces on a Boat

Published on May 29, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

How do you get gunk out of various nooks and crannies in the galley, around fiddles and other tight spaces? Make your own perfect tool out of an old toothbrush!

How do you get gunk out of various nooks and crannies in the galley, around fiddles and other tight spaces? Make your own perfect tool out of an old toothbrush!

Krud Kutter – Great Degreaser for Your Boat

Published on May 3, 2013; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Awesome used to be my favorite cleaner/degreaser, but it got upstaged by a new find that reader Tammy Swart told me about --

Awesome used to be my favorite cleaner/degreaser, but it got upstaged by a new find that reader Tammy Swart told me about —

Keep Drains Working on Your Boat

Published on October 19, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it's easy!

Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it’s easy!

Cleanability of Boat Gear

Published on February 3, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Considering how easy something is to clean before you buy it can save hours of labor -- not to mention lots of water -- later. I violated my own rule and paid for it!

Considering how easy something is to clean before you buy it can save hours of labor — not to mention lots of water — later. I violated my own rule and paid for it!

Cleaning Small Spaces on Boats

Published on September 12, 2011; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

On a boat, food and grease will get between the counter and stove. How do you clean it, without totally removing the stove?

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