Boat & Marine
Mary’s stubborn determination to do things right showed during her tenure professionally cleaning homes and reappeared when it came time to learning to clean and care for boats, autos and RVs. Mary has worked one on one with paint reps on proper cleaning techniques for boats. She has spoken to boat manufacturers to garner the right way to clean various boat surfaces. Then she combined this information and had green cleaners as well as waxes formulated and tools developed to meet boat cleaning needs. These tips are meant to give you the basics.
Boat Propellers
After cleaning the propellers with CleanEz or your organic cleaner, coat them with Teflon to keep the mold and grime off the blades. Make sure the Teflon you use….
Canvas
Cleaning canvas takes extra care and the use of organic cleaners to prevent drying and damage. Clean canvas by mixing one half cup hydrogen peroxide or ¼ cup Borax to three….
Clean and Condition Cabinets
Cabinets on boats can turn a bit grey from all the salt water. Restore them without having to sand and refinish them by using our Wood Care. Depending on the condition of the cabinets….
Cleaning and Care of Aluminum Boats
Aluminum rails and sections of a boat must be cleaned with a metal cleaner that is strong enough to remove oxidation, grease and oil. Mary Moppins Metal Polish is specially formulated….
Cleaning and Care of Vinyl Graphics
If your boat contains adhesive backed decals, stripes, or signs, 3M and Avery who make the material for these products, state not to use a wax containing petroleum distillates. Distillates….
Cleaning the Heads (Toilets)
Use caution when cleaning showers and heads. Never put any product down the drains that will harm marine life….
Cleaning Vinyl Seats
Vinyl seats must be kept clean and conditioned to prevent drying and cracking and to reduce mold and mildew issues….
Damage Caused by Some Cleaners
Some heavy duty cleaners contain heavy duty cleaners and phosphorus that can damage the sealant on your boat and are harmful to marine life. These cleaners leave a sticky residue….
Drains
Nothing beats the work of enzymes to keep drains clear both in your boat and at home. Natures Miracle found at pet stores contains enzymes that ‘eat’ food particles and sludge in….
Gel Coats and Paint
Gel Coats and finishes require special attention to prevent oxidation problems. Since VOC regulations changed in 2003, paints no longer contain lead. Most are now either…
Give Your Product Time to Work
Always clean your boat out of the water. It is best to pressure wash your boat using water only. Even better use our Advantage which is a waterless wash and protectant….
Green Clean a Boat and Protect the Water
Green clean a boat around sensitive lakes and rivers is necessary if our delicate marine life is to survive. Pull your boat out of the water and clean it on the shore using a pressure….
How to Remove Fish Stains and Odors
Use one half cup of hydrogen peroxide and half a capful of CleanEz to remove fish blood from surfaces. Wipe on, let it set 10 minutes add a bit of elbow grease and wipe off….
How to Remove Salt Water Spots
Use our White Scrubbie Pad and swivel pad holder to clean decks quickly and remove salt water spots from windshields. Alternately bring food grade distilled white vinegar….
Petroleum Distillates
Paint companies advise against the use of any wax or protectant that contains petroleum after the VOC regulations eliminated the use of lead in paint in 2003. Lead made paint hard so….
Remove Mold on Canvas
First scrub and clean the canvas using our White Scrubbie Pad and swivel pad holder and CleanEz. CleanEz destroys mold and mildew on both canvas and vinyl seats. Clean first….
Removing Oxidation
Test for oxidation by wiping a bit of your wax on your boat with a clean rag. If you see chalk or paint coming off on your rag, you are oxidizing. You must reverse the damage or it….
Waxing and Protecting a Boat
There are various kinds of protectants for your boat. This applies to trucks, RVs, motorcycles, vans and trailers as well. Most boat “wax” is made with Carnauba wax- that is why….