Five seconds can save a bunch of time, a twisted back, frustration and maybe even some cussing in the future.
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.
Organizing Lines on a Sailboat
Keep your cockpit lines neatly stowed for yourself or for entertaining with this easy DIY solution. No holes in the boat and installation takes less than a minute!
Keep Drains Working on Your Boat
Spending just 5 minutes a month will keep your drains from getting backed up. No chemicals, no environmental damage, and it’s easy!
How to Remember Settings on Boat Equipment
Instead of trying to remember how everything works and the proper settings, why not just “make your mark?”
Easy Water Fill for Boaters
Do you fill your water tanks from 5-gallon containers – either jerry cans or purchased water? If so, you’ll appreciate this idea for a funnel that stands up by itself!
Getting Rid of Cardboard Wine Boxes When You’re on a Boat
“Boxed” wine is great on a boat . . . but how can you avoid the cardboard? Make your own plastic box for the interior bladder, so it’s still easy to pour.
Simple Solutions to Common Boat Problems
Don’t spend all your time working on the boat! Have more time to enjoy it with these simple solutions to common problems.
Non-Slip Solutions for Boat Life
Hundreds of options exist for boat dishes. Get the pros and cons of Corelle, tempered glass, melamine, plastic and aluminum.
Use Less Power for Your Boat Refrigerator
Four easy ways to use less power for your boat refrigerator. All cost less than $1 and take less than an hour to implement.
Extra Insulation for Your Boat Refrigerator
Four simple and inexpensive ideas for improving your boat or RV refrigerator — save power without rebuilding your refrigerator or getting a new one.