MONDAY, JULY 17, 2023
Just like road grime can eventually begin to damage your car, water grime—salt, algae etc.—can corrode and oxidize the outer surface, or gel coat, of your boat. The best way to prevent this damage is to fully detail your boat at the beginning and end of every boating season to get rid of all the gunk.
Scrub it Clean
Use a hose or pressure washer to rinse your boat with fresh water. Lather on a nice coat of marine shampoo with a natural sea sponge or sheepskin wash mitt. Then rinse the grime away. If the gel coat has oxidation damage—a dull, rough or chalky surface—it’s best to polish your boat with a marine cutting compound, which also helps remove scratches, scuffs and stains. Use a rotary buffer with a wool pad or an orbital polisher to complete the task. Don’t forget to wear safety glasses. After each section, buff with a microfiber towel and use a pad cleaning solution to remove the gunk.
Wax On, Wax Off
A layer of marine wax prevents grime from sticking to the surface of your boat, which helps it stay shiny and gorgeous. Use an orbital polisher with a soft foam buffing pad on a low speed to evenly spread on the wax. Buff it off with a microfiber towel or a microfiber bonnet on the polisher.
Odds and Ends
The sun’s UV rays, along with prolonged exposure to grime, can fade and crack your boat’s vinyl seats. Wipe them down with a vinyl-safe cleaner that won’t remove the topcoat, and then apply a UV protectant for solar protection. Additionally, use a plastic cleaner on vinyl plastic windows, then polish with a microfiber towel for extra clarity.
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