Vinyl surfaces such as seats, pads, sidewalls, fenders, rub rails, etc. are constantly exposed to the elements. If they are not properly cared for, they can deteriorate and become unattractive. It's important to clean your vinyl often to remove ingrained dirt and grime with a product such as Meguiar's No. 57 Vinyl/Rubber Cleaner & Protectant. Heavily soiled surfaces might require a stronger cleaner and scrubbing with a nylon brush.

Common sense mainly. Never use an abrasive cleanser or cleaning pad as this may scratch the vinyl frame material or glass. To clean the vinyl frame, use a mild detergent and water or one of the common household cleaners. For hard to clean marks or scuffs, try using varsol on a clean cloth and rub lightly. To clean the glass use one of the commercially available glass cleaners, or a mixture of ammonia and water or vinegar and water. See similar questions...

We recommend cleaning your bottom at the very least once every two months. This will keep barnacles on propellers and thru hulls under control. If you want to get optimum performance out of your boat, consider cleaning more often. See similar questions...

To keep Vinyl Decking looking like new, wash with a garden hose. If certain spills are allowed to dry (coffee, fruit juice, kerosene), it may be necessary to use a non-abrasive household cleaner to remove residue, then rinse with a hose. See similar questions...

Use a solution up to 20% isopropyl alcohol (one part isopropyl alcohol to four parts water), and gently wipe the record in a spiral motion, using a soft cloth, from the center out to the edge. Pat it dry with a clean, anti-static cloth. See similar questions...

with all exterior products, the fence will become dirty when exposed to the elements. A mild detergent and water should be sufficient to keep your fence or deck rail looking new. For tough stains, "soft scrub" or baking soda works well. Simple Green and steel wool also works to clean stubborn stains. [Return] See similar questions...

Laminating with clean vinyl is recommended if frequent cleaning or longer service life is needed. Please allow at least 24 hours after printing before applying a layer of laminate. See similar questions...

Keeping your water system clear is important part of a healthy running engine. It is important that all your lines, and if applicable, the water pump, be free of debris, any buildup or kinks in the line. If you are running in salt water, it's critical that after every day of running, your back-flush your system with fresh water to keep salt residue from building up in the water lines, water jacket, etc. See similar questions...

Any good boat soap or mild dishwashing liquid soap works great (1-2 capfuls of liquid soap to one gallon of water). Please use generously and change towels often. Rinse with water and dry immediately. Wash the boat in a shaded area, trying to avoid direct sunlight. See similar questions...

You may remove dust and debris with a velvet brush or cloth or with a carbon fibre brush. If there is a lot of static on the record, lightly spraying the cloth or velvet brush with distilled water should help dust cling to the cloth fibres. If stains or oils are on the vinyl records, then you may need the help of a professional conservator to clean them. Conservators often use a wet vacuum-type record cleaner. See similar questions...

MPC will clean the vinyl top. Spray the top down with water and then spray #421 MPC on the top, let it sit a few minutes; then scrub with a soft cotton cloth or soft brush and rinse clean. Using the lanolin based Protectant will protect your top. Spray it on the top and then wipe or you can spray #421 MPC on a soft cotton cloth and apply it this way. See similar questions...

Wipe up spills immediately to help prevent stains. The longer a stain sits, the tougher it will be to remove from the surface. Follow the instructions on the bottle and do not over-mix or your cleaning solution may leave a dulling film. Avoid soaps, cleaning powders and detergent products as they will leave a dulling film. Although the no-rinse cleaners do not need rinsing, rinsing will provide a better shine. See similar questions...

The PVC edging can be cleaned using any mineral spirits. Using cleaners such as Armour All or different types of furniture polish will eliminate most stains. Armour All is the most effective way to clean and bring back the shine on the vinyl fenders and spot protection items. The equation used by commercial dock builders is square footage x 25 (lbs per square foot) divided by the floatation capacity of the floats. Hardware placement is determined by the size and style of the dock. See similar questions...

One particularly strange thing I've noticed on rec.boats is that there is an amazing amount of attention paid to boat names. Perhaps this is because a boat name is one of the few periods where everyone absolutely has to come up with something sounding creative and original. I remember well when my family bought a 13' Boston Whaler together. There were two major factions in the family, it being a coming together of two formerly-fractured halves, and each half wanted their own name or else. See similar questions...

Yes! Use the bare floor tool or install one of our most popular options: the VacPan? automatic dustpan. It's ideal for removing debris from the kitchen, bath or mudroom. Simply sweep trash towards the automatic dustpan, touch the toeswitch and use the power of your Beam to instantly remove it. No more dustpans or stooping over to pick up swept debris. See similar questions...

When the boat is running fast in very rough conditions and the wind is blowing over the forward bow sections, the spray that is thrown up (on a boat without spray rails) will blow back into the boat under certain conditions. Most people like the looks of the spray rail, some don’t. If you don’t intend to run under severe conditions very often, you can order your boat without it. See similar questions...

The base ingredient is rigid PVC (polyvinyl chloride), modified to provide superior strength and ultraviolet (UV) resistance. The formulation is similar to vinyl siding, which has a nearly 30 year history of durability and structural integrity. See similar questions...