A boat cleaning checklist is a step-by-step guide to ensure every part of your boat is thoroughly cleaned and maintained.
- Exterior Cleaning
- Rinse entire exterior with fresh water
- Scrub hull with boat soap
- Clean deck with non-skid cleaner
- Wash windows with marine glass cleaner
- Polish stainless steel fittings
- Remove barnacles from hull
- Wax exterior surface
- Clean outboard motor casing
- Clear scuppers and drainage holes
- Check and clean anodes
- Interior Cleaning
- Vacuum cabin floors and carpets
- Wipe down all surfaces with disinfectant
- Clean upholstery
- Wash interior windows
- Scrub bathroom surfaces
- Clean galley countertops and appliances
- Empty and clean refrigerator
- Clean and deodorize toilet
- Wipe cabinets and storage areas
- Polish wood surfaces
- Mechanical Cleaning
- Check and clean air filters
- Inspect and clean bilge pump
- Flush cooling system
- Clean battery terminals
- Check fuel lines for dirt
- Inspect and clean exhaust system
- Lubricate moving parts
- Check and clean spark plugs
- Drain and clean fuel tank
- Clean engine compartment
- Final Touches
- Empty and clean trash cans
- Replace or wash bedding
- Restock cleaning supplies
- Check all safety equipment
- Organize storage compartments
- Shine all metalwork
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