Cleaning & Maintenance

Marine Cleaning — Products and Accessories for Boats

Keeping a boat clean is not just about looks: salt, algae and hydrocarbons accelerate corrosion and ageing of gelcoat, metals and woods. Household products can harm fibreglass, Hypalon or marine stainless. That is why it pays to use products and accessories formulated specifically for the marine environment. At RepuestosMarinos.es we stock the leading brands: Starbrite, Shurhold, TBrite, Yachticon, Autosol and Seapower.

Cleaning accessories and tools

• Brushes and telescopic poles — Shurhold, TBrite and Starbrite, soft bristles for gelcoat and extending poles to reach the whole deck
• Cloths, sponges and microfibres — synthetic chamois, absorbent sponges, microfibre cloths and gloves
• Accessories — collapsible buckets, lanyard buckets, water guns and lances, universal handles and angled adapters

Cleaning products by surface

• Hull and bottom cleaners — algae removers, gelcoat powders, waterline stain removers
• Deck cleaners — for non-skid fibreglass, teak and vinyl
• Inflatable cleaners — specifically for PVC and Hypalon, safe on glued seams
• Teak products — cleaners, brighteners, tropical oils and Starbrite sealers
• Metal products — Autosol polishes for stainless, aluminium and brass, plus anti-corrosion protectors

Polishing, waxes and multipurpose

• Compounds and polishes — to restore gelcoat shine, with or without oxidiser, plus pad and sponge kits
• Marine waxes — carnauba, polymers, PTFE and Cleaner & Wax combinations (Seapower, Starbrite)
• Multipurpose and specialities — bilge deodorisers, mould removers, canvas/biminis cleaners, biodegradables and scratch-free cleaners

Cleaning tips when hauling out

The best moment for an effective clean is right at haul-out: the salt has not crystallised yet and products work better. Always rinse with plenty of fresh water before applying any cleaner. On the engine, keep degreaser away from air intakes. After polishing, lock the work in with wax so the next wash is much quicker. 24-48h shipping across Europe.