Putting in new counters on Calypso means learning to work with a whole new material. It’s not that hard to create with Corian!
Boat Repairs & Upgrades
No, it hasn't all been "fixing our boat in exotic places," but the team has learned a lot about boat repairs and upgrades while cruising.
🎧 Space Shifting for Projects
When working on house flooring reminds me that boat life skills apply even on land.
🎧Measure Twice, Cut Once
When we ordered our new sails, we made a rookie mistake when writing down the numbers. Here’s what should have clued us in.
Find a Fuel Problem on a Boat
How to find the cause of a fuel problem on a boat. Symptoms and possible causes, plus step-by-step strategies for finding it.
🎧Upgrade Your Galley – Enjoy It More
Your galley is too important for it to make you miserable. Learn how a few simple upgrades can make it work better for you.
🎧Grinding Down Fiberglass
6 tips for making fiberglass removal easier. It’s not all in the tools! Links: Shop-vac (Amazon) Tyvek suit (Amazon) Respirator (Amazon) Duct tape (Amazon) Sanding pad for drill (Amazon) 40-grit sandpaper (Amazon) Nica email Carolyn email […]
🎧 What’s Holding You Back
When deciding what boat work to do first, we ask ourselves one question to decide what’s really important
DIY Fuel Polishing
If your boat has been sitting for a while, you may need to polish your fuel. Here’s how with suggested tools to make it easier to accomplish DIY fuel polishing.
Boat Water Filtering
Bad-tasting water from your boat’s tank? Filter it! Three suggested ways to do it, with the pros and cons of each.
🎧Tips on Using eBay Confidently
Simple hacks to help ensure you get the best deals you can on EBay.