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How to Winterize a Boat

Protect your expensive asset from potential weather damage.

Environmentally Friendly Boat Cleaning Tips

Harsh cleaning chemicals aren't always best. Keep it green next boating season when you're preparing your boat for the water.

How to Winterize a Boat Motor

Winter is the perfect time to ready your boat for next year.

How to Paint a Boat Hull

Give your hull a paint job that's sea worthy.

How to Change a Boat Propeller

You can learn how to change a boat propeller by yourself instead of calling in the professionals. All

How to Build a Dock Ladder

Provide safe passage on and off the pier.

How to Choose Epoxy Curing Agents

Epoxy is a two-part adhesive that is not all created equal.

What Are the Qualities of Good Upholstery Foam?

What is the right foam for your upholstery job?

Boat Repair: Fixing the Speedometer

Fixing the speedometer is a boat repair you can DIY.

The Best 6 Types of Freshwater Fishing Boats

There are many freshwater fishing boats to choose from.

How to Repair a Torn Boat Cover

There's no reason to throw that torn boat cover out. Repair it with a few simple steps.

How to Apply Gelcoat to a Boat

Applying gelcoat requires preparing the surface of the boat and using proper application techniques.

How to Restore Teak on Your Boat

When the teak accents on your boat begin to discolor and look blotchy, take steps to bring it back to life.

Tips for Repairing a Soft Spot on Your Boat

A soft spot in your boat indicates a problem that needs to be addressed immediately.

How to Repair a Damaged Fiberglass Boat Floor

It's one of the best choices you can make for your boat.

How to Restore Fiberglass Boats

The ease of this is one of the advantages of fiberglass.

Boat Maintenance: Flushing a Boat Engine

Running water through a boat engine is good practice.

4 Mistakes to Avoid When Repairing a Rotting Boat Floor

A rotting boat floor spells disaster, but so does a bad repair. If you’re going to save money with self-repair, learn what not to do.

Fiberglass Boat Painting Tips

On fiberglass boats, they are sold with a color gel coat instead of actual paint. These coats will fade

How to Install a Rolling Door on Your Boathouse

Steel rolling doors minimize maintenance costs.

Splice Rope to a Sailboat Anchor Chain

Learning how to splice a rope to a sailboat anchor chain is a great idea if you own a boat.