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Dishwashing

We are quite positive that no one's dream of sailing off into the sunset includes washing dishes by hand while trying not to use too much water. But it has to be done.

The good news? We have tips and gear to make it much less of a chore.

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Washing Dishes in a Quart of Water

Published on April 19, 2023; last updated on April 15, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Washing dishes can take a lot of water on a boat. But my method helps me wash a day’s dishes in less than a quart of water. [More] Washing Dishes in a Quart of Water

🎧Dish Drying on a Small Boat

Published on November 8, 2022; last updated on May 19, 2023 by Nica Waters

How do you dry dishes on a boat without room to let them sit? Give this a try. [More] 🎧Dish Drying on a Small Boat

🎧The Best Ways to Wash Dishes on a Boat

Published on December 31, 2021; last updated on May 25, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Water is scarce on a boat. And you probably have better things to do than wash dishes. Here’s how to wash dishes the easy way. [More] 🎧The Best Ways to Wash Dishes on a Boat

🎧No More Stinky Dish Rags – Here’s How!

Published on October 11, 2019; last updated on May 28, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A smelly dish rag can make your whole boat (and your hands) stink. Don’t let it happen to you. Here’s how. [More] 🎧No More Stinky Dish Rags – Here’s How!

How to Use Less Water on Your Soapy Dishes

Published on September 25, 2015; last updated on December 17, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

Water is precious but you have to get the soap off the dishes. Use noticably less water with this tip! [More] How to Use Less Water on Your Soapy Dishes

Dish Scraping 2.0

Published on February 28, 2015; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you use a Ziploc bag to store your food scraps and scrape plates into, this little device is like having someone to hold the bag open for you! [More] Dish Scraping 2.0

Aquabot

Published on February 21, 2015; last updated on April 30, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Want a small pressure sprayer? Say to do dishes, wash off feet or snorkel gear, or rinse veggies? The Aquabot is the answer. [More] Aquabot

Silicone Dish Mat/Hot Pad

Published on December 21, 2013; last updated on June 10, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Another great idea for drying dishes . . . AND a place to set hot pans where they won’t slip and slide, all rolled into one. Better yet, it’s not expensive! [More] Silicone Dish Mat/Hot Pad

Another Idea for Draining Dishes Aboard Your Boat

Published on November 16, 2013; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Great idea for a small dish drainer to hold small items (or just a few dishes for a single-hander) and doubles as a colander. [More] Another Idea for Draining Dishes Aboard Your Boat

One Sink or Two for a Boat Galley?

Published on March 8, 2013; last updated on February 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Are double sinks best on a boat? Is there really an advantage? [More] One Sink or Two for a Boat Galley?

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