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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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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!

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!

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.

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?

Spaghetti Scrubber

Published on February 16, 2013; last updated on September 29, 2024 by Carolyn Shearlock

A pan scrubber that doesn’t get stinky and food rinses right out of!

Non-Rusting Dish Drainers for Use on a Boat

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

Two more good choices for dish drainers if you have a double sink — these won’t rust, take no storage space, and allow air drying even when underway!

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!

Six Tools for Easy Galley Clean Up

Published on June 26, 2012; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Cleaning up without a dishwasher can be a chore. But these six (inexpensive!) tools will make it a lot easier.

Cleaning up without a dishwasher can be a chore. But these six (inexpensive!) tools will make it a lot easier.

Boat In-Sink Dish Drainer

Published on February 10, 2012; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer -- great if you're doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can't fall to the floor!

If you have a double sink, you can easily make one side into a dish drainer — great if you’re doing dishes underway (or in a rolly anchorage) as dishes are contained and can’t fall to the floor!

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!

Conserve Water with Your Boat Gear Choices

Published on September 26, 2011; last updated on January 20, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Thinking about how you'll clean something before you buy it can save a lot of water on a boat.

Thinking about how you’ll clean something before you buy it can save a lot of water on a boat.

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