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Dishwashing
Dishwashing
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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 January 1, 2026 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 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 December 31, 2025 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!

Boat In-Sink Dish Drainer

Published on February 10, 2012; last updated on January 1, 2026 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!

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 4, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

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

Four Easy Ways to Conserve Water When Living on a Boat

Published on May 4, 2011; last updated on January 2, 2026 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether you’re in a marina or anchored out, these four ideas will give you more time to do fun things as you spend less time filling your water tank.

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