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Keep Your Boat Looking Brand New

We all remember the day we took our new boat home. Everything was pristine, the stainless steel was gleaming, and the seat cushions and bolsters didn’t have a mark on them. Over time, as you enjoy your boat, you inevitably end up with maintenance items you need to take care of. Follow these tips and with a little time, the right products, and elbow grease you’ll enjoy that new boat feeling again year-after-year.

 

Making your rub rail look new again. 

 

Cleaning and polishing your aluminum and stainless steel. 

 

Cleaning your windshield.

 

Removing mildew from exposed sealants.

 

Cleaning up mildew spots on the bolsters. 


Preserving your vinyl. 

 

Keeping your Strataglass clear. 



Click here for a general checklist of items you can inspect while your boat is up for the winter. 

 

Download our quick reference maintenance guide.