Showers
One of the first questions many ask themselves when they contemplate the cruising life is How often will I be able to take showers? Good question!
The answer depends on whether you have space aboard for a shower, and – unless you have a watermaker -how much water you can carry in the ships tanks. After all, if you only have 20 gallons (76L) of water, you can’t very well afford to let the crew take 5-gallon (19L) showers every day. Most newer boats now come with showers, but if yours doesn’t you can add one.
A shower requires just a small space; but does have a few basic requirements: cabin sole space, such as the head, that can be fitted with a pan and drain for waste water; a waterpump to supply water to the shower head; and enough room for you and your shower head to get to know one another. Standing headroom helps, too, though not essential. And if you want a hot shower, obviously some sort of heater is also necessary.
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