Boat Washing, Cleaning and Detailing
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Introduction

Welcome Message
How the Course Works
About Your Instructor
Exterior Boat Washing

Gear and Supplies List
Boat Terminology
Boat Washing Brushes (video)
Cleaning Boats with a Fly Bridge (video)
Why Washing Boats is SO Important (When Your Customers Ask)
Boat Washing Video - Part 1
Boat Washing Video - Part 2
Boat Washing Video - Part 3
Boat Washing Video - Part 4
Washing and Cleaning in Enclosed Cockpits
Water Streaks (video)
Warning About Old Canvas and Plastic Windows (video)
Cleaning Synthetic Teak Decking (video)
Mold and Mildew in Non-Skid (video)
Using a Magic Eraser Pad to Clean Non-Skid (video)
Cleaning Hatches, Lazarettes and Under Cushions (video)
Natural Cleaning Products
Visual Boat Washing Checklist
Exterior Detailing

What is Exterior Detailing?
Metal Polishing
Canvas Cleaning
Cleaning and Polishing Plastic Windows
Cleaning and Treating Glass Windows
Cleaning and Protecting Vinyl Seating
Cleaning in Hatches, Lazarettes and Storage Lockers
Cleaning and Detailing Dinghies
Teak Deck Cleaning and Brightening
Engine Rooms and Bilges
Varnishing Wood
Interior Cleaning

Deep Cleaning vs Maintenance Cleaning
Learning How To Use the Power Panel (video)
Interior Carpet Spot Removal
How to Flush a Boat Toilet (video)
Preparing for Buffing and Waxing

Learn About Gel Coat and Oxidation
One-Step, Two-Step and Multi-Step Processes
Learn How to Assess the Condition of a Boat
Preparation - Weather and Safety
Products and Gear
Maintaining an Awlgrip Topcoat
When a Boat Should be Painted Instead of Waxed (videos)
Vinyl Striping vs Painted Striping (videos)
Waxing Tips and Techniques
Detailing Videos
Ceramic Coatings
Next Steps

Preparing for Buffing and Waxing

12 Lessons