Exposure Test Results: Varnishes, Teak Oils, and Other Exterior Wood Coatings
Science and technology have turned the once-simple task of choosing a wood coating into a brain-numbing chore best suited for those with a degree...
3M Masking Tape Matchup
Most sailors have discovered that when it comes to applying marine coatings, masking tape is as important as a paintbrush if you want straight...
WipeOut Eraser vs. Mr. Clean Magic Eraser
A few months ago, we noticed that our dock neighbors were cleaning their decks with spongy-looking pads called Mr. Clean Magic Erasers. Ditching multiple...
Are Mildew Preventers the Best Defense?
In January 2009, Practical Sailor tested 14 mold and mildew cleaners, and two household products stood out: the super-chlorinated Klean-Strip Mildew Stain Remover and...
A Rose is a Rose is a Rose, and Wood is Wood is…
For exterior uses in particular, teak is more common for a simple reason: the care of teak, compared to the demands of keeping up...
What’s the Best Way to Clean Marine Rope?
Every spring, there are numerous threads on the sailing forums discussing the best ways to clean ropes, mostly about dock lines. Brutal methods are...
Liquid Wax Test Reaches Six-month Mark
Thankfully, it is not our job to develop a product that satisfies humankind’s seemingly innate attraction to glossy surfaces. There are more than enough...
Inflatable Boat Coatings Long-term Test Launched
Inflatable boats have a long list of bonuses, but eternal life is not one of them. The harsh effects of UV exposure, frequent use,...
Curing the Tainted Tank
We filled our water tanks (40 and 72 gallons) in May, and now the water is brackish, brown. Have you done a study on...
How Do Acrylic Finishes Hold Up Compared to Boat Waxes?
The search for shortcuts to a shiny hull ends here at Practical Sailor, and while weve yet to find any "miracle" products, new technology...
Beneteau 423: What You Should Know | Boat Review
Looking to buy a 40-45 foot sailboat? Considering a Beneteau 423? See a Beneteau 423 for sale? What are the pros and cons of...
