Boat Cleaning Tips
- Use marine cleaners instead of bleach
- Avoid using dish soap on boats
- Protect hands with gloves while cleaning
Is Bleach Safe to Use on a Boat?
- Only use bleach properly diluted
- Do not use bleach on upholstery or cushions
Cleaning Fiberglass
- Avoid using bleach, opt for non-bleach products
- Use Magic Eraser on seats for best results
- Clean vinyl with vinyl cleaners
Is it safe to use bleach on a boat?
Bleach can clean boats. Use properly. Can damage surfaces if excessive or not diluted correctly. Boats often fiberglass. Tough, but bleach removes color and affects finish. For best results, dilute bleach with soap and warm water. Spot clean dirty areas. Rinse completely after. Bleach causes stains. Don’t use on upholstery or cushions.
Wash boat with boat soap, not dish soap. Harsh for boats. Add detergent to warm water. Protect hands with gloves. Scrub existing mold with water and bleach. Calculate correct bleach to water ratio to sanitize. Never mix bleach with other cleaners. Use household or boat cleaners on seats. Clean vinyl with vinyl cleaners.
Clean fiberglass with non-bleach products instead. Bleach removes protective coatings. Use Magic Eraser on seats for best results. Although some use bleach on vinyl successfully.
Don’t use bleach in bilge. Use bilge cleaner instead. Don’t clean fuel tank with bleach either. Bleach kills fiberglass bacteria but removes protective coatings.
Use bleach solution within 24 hours before loses effectiveness. Store in spray bottle, out of sunlight and heat.
Vinegar and water works for general boat cleaning. Use boat soap, not dish or household soap. Wash in small sections, rinse immediately.
No bleach on non-skid decks. Harsh for surface. Use marine cleaners instead.
Scrub mold with bleach. Rinse completely after. Calculate dilution ratio correctly.