Peter Robinson

Introduction Fluid transfer and extraction tools are one of the less glamorous parts of boat ownership, but they quickly become important once routine servicing, fuel handling and onboard maintenance become regular jobs rather than occasional emergencies. Many boats make even simple maintenance tasks awkward. Engine access is often limited, bilges are cramped, jerry cans are … Read more

Introduction Poor ventilation is one of the most common causes of condensation, stale air and persistent dampness onboard boats, narrowboats and other leisure craft. Even boats without obvious leaks can gradually develop mould, mildew smells and moisture-related corrosion if airflow remains poor for long periods. This is particularly common during winter storage, extended marina stays, … Read more

Introduction Water getting into a boat is rarely just a matter of finding a drip and putting some sealant over it. A leak around a deck fitting, window, cable entry or piece of hardware can allow moisture into places you cannot see, where it may eventually cause mould, corrosion, electrical faults or damage to woodwork … Read more

Introduction Keeping moisture under control onboard sounds simple until lockers begin smelling musty, windows start running with condensation every morning or hidden damp slowly begins attacking fabrics, electronics and timber behind the scenes. Boat interiors create unusually demanding conditions for moisture-control products. Cold hull surfaces, poor airflow, wet bilges, salt air and long periods of … Read more

Introduction Corrosion on a boat rarely announces itself. It usually starts with something much less dramatic: a battery terminal that is beginning to turn white, a trailer plug that feels slightly less reliable, a deck fitting showing the first signs of staining or a wire connection sitting somewhere damp and forgotten. The marine environment is … Read more

Introduction Keeping a boat clean sounds simple until the wrong brush starts scratching the gelcoat, a hose fitting leaks across the deck or a soft brush picks up grit and salt that then gets dragged across the very surface you’re trying to protect. Boat cleaning brushes also have a harder life than many buyers expect. … Read more

Introduction Most serious boat problems begin quietly. Damp spreads slowly behind panels, corrosion develops inside electrical connections, sealants gradually lose flexibility and trapped moisture quietly damages fabrics, woodwork and fittings long before major failures become obvious. Boats are particularly demanding environments because moisture, salt, vibration, UV exposure and long storage periods all combine together continuously. … Read more