Easy Boat Improvements

Simple projects to make major improvements on your boat.

Maybe not "forever" solutions but quick (and generally inexpensive) ways to get an 80% improvement and make your time aboard more enjoyable.

Inexpensive DIY Cockpit Enclosure

Published on October 28, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

How to make an affordable boat cockpit enclosure. Mine cost just $550 vs. a $10K estimate from a canvas shop! [More] Inexpensive DIY Cockpit Enclosure

Sport-A-Seat

Published on April 13, 2019; last updated on October 2, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Instead of custom cockpit cushions, we got Sport-a-Seats. More comfortable, easier to keep clean, easy to take ashore and a LOT less expensive! Read all about them and get a discount code. [More] Sport-A-Seat

Super-Secure Clothesline Without Clothespins

Published on March 16, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock/Sonya Boe

Tired of losing clothes and clothespins? Try this easy DIY boat (or RV) clothesline that works better the more the wind blows – without clothespins! [More] Super-Secure Clothesline Without Clothespins

Get Your Lost Gear Back

Published on February 11, 2019; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Just a few minutes of effort will greatly increase the odds of getting your lost stuff back. And it’s free! [More] Get Your Lost Gear Back

Running Regular Appliances on Your Boat

Published on January 4, 2019; last updated on April 5, 2019 by Carolyn Shearlock

Learn how to use an inverter to run normal electric appliances on your boat, even when you’re not connected to shore power. [More] Running Regular Appliances on Your Boat

Repairing Screw Holes in Teak

Published on December 12, 2018; last updated on June 12, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A previous owner leave holes in the teak woodwork in your boat? It’s easier to repair than you think! Step-by-step how-to with photos. [More] Repairing Screw Holes in Teak

Ten Things that are Great on a Boat

Published on December 2, 2018; last updated on July 31, 2021 by Carolyn Shearlock

These ten items will take living on a boat from “okay” to “WOW! I love this!” Things to make it more comfortable and more fun. [More] Ten Things that are Great on a Boat

A Better Propane Regulator

Published on September 19, 2018; last updated on August 27, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

A propane regulator that extends off the tank is just a leak waiting to happen. Here’s a better regulator installation that’s an easy DIY project. [More] A Better Propane Regulator