Antifouling for leisure boats – Part 4

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

Antifouling is best applied on a dry, calm day. It is best to apply the antifouling in the middle of the day to ensure the hull is dry and as warm as possible. If you have removed all the old antifouling layers back to the gelcoat, then it will be necessary to apply a...

Antifouling for leisure boats – Part 2

by Simon Jollands | Boat Maintenance, Preparation, Yacht ownership

It is a good idea to carry out an inspection of your boat’s hull condition as soon as possible after it has been lifted out and pressure washed. Check all the surfaces of the hull below the waterline and remove any signs of remaining barnacles using a scraper. A...

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