Marine Hoses, Hose Nozzles, and Accessories

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Marine Hoses, Hose Nozzles, and Accessories FAQs

What are some of the best boat cleaners?

Star Brite Instant Hull Cleaner – Remove scumline, rust stains, and grassy marine growth quickly and easily with this cleaner. You don’t even have to do any rubbing, simply wipe on and rinse off the solution to reveal spotless fiberglass.

Star Brite Instant Black Streak Remover – This popular spray-on cleaner instantly removes unattractive streaks caused by water run off. It can also be used to lift dirt and grime on metal and painted surfaces in addition to fiberglass.

Marine Spray Nine – Another convenient spray bottle cleaner, this product is an excellent degreaser. It also eliminates odors, kills germs, prevents mold, removes streaks and stains caused by food or drink. It’s safe to use on almost any hard surface.

Orpine Wash & Wax – This environmentally friendly boat soap and wax comes in a highly concentrated formula so a little bit goes a long way. It’s an excellent product for removing salt and dirt from fiberglass as well as metals, wood, and plastic.

Star Brite Sea Safe Boat Wash – This boat wash is very concentrated and powerful against stains, dirt, salt, grease, and oil. In addition to fiberglass, you can use it on metal, glass, or rubber. 

Orpine Bilge Cleaner – This heavy duty, concentrated cleaner dissolves oil, grease, and fuel from your bilge. With its fresh scent, it also effectively removes mildew odors from bilges.

Star Brite Non-Skid Deck Cleaner – This is a high quality deck cleaning product that is used by the pros. It’s safe to use on textured fiberglass, painted decks, vinyl, teak, and metal. The cleaner leaves a protective coating that repels dirt, stains, and UV damage.

How do I clean my boat bilge?

Chances are that if your boat is more than a few months old, your bilge area is likely home to a few foul odors, mold, and mildew. The good news is that these areas are very easy to clean up with very little effort. Step one is to have a good look and identify any oil or oily residue that might be in the bilge. Use an oil absorbent pad or sock to capture the oil before starting any cleanup work as the discharge of oil or oily water overboard is strictly prohibited. At this point, you may want to find the source of that oil as well, as this is usually indicative of another problem.

Once the bilge is oil-free, begin by adding some freshwater – maybe 1-2″ in total. Introducing large amounts of water will likely cause your automatic bilge pump to activate, so only a small amount of water is required as the rest will be pumped out anyway. Biodegradable bilge cleaning products are perfect for this application. Simply add some cleaner to the standing water and agitate slightly with a hose or brush. This sudsy mix will literally eat that nasty residue from your bilge area without a bunch of elbow grease.

Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for letting the product sit a few hours and then go run your boat. Moving the boat through the waves as well as on and off of a plane will cause the cleaning product to reach the full length of the bilge and clean up some areas you could not otherwise see. At the end of the day, activate the pump and fully rinse the bilge with plenty of fresh water. Leaving a few hatches open to allow the area to air out will also do wonders.

A few hours into your day and your bilge is clean and dry. This is a perfect time to run all the equipment on the boat and check for any leaks. Boaters with inboard engines are especially susceptible to problems here, but livewells, pumps, and cabin plumbing can all contribute water to the bilge area if not operating properly. By flipping a few switches while at the dock and monitoring the water level in the bilge area, boat owners can quickly identify any sources of additional water inside the boat. This also provides a perfect opportunity to inventory any pumps, lights or switches that are not operating as intended and mark them for future repair. While you are at it, drain and flush your freshwater tank if you can’t remember the last time this was done. The next person to use your shower or sink will thank you!

What are the best tools for cleaning my boat?

Gilmour Marine & Recreation Hose

Hosing down your boat is a simple but necessary task, as it rinses away harmful residue. This specific hose is powerful with high burst strength and easy to coil with kink resistance. It has a durable exterior that won’t mar your boat surfaces. The hose is ideal for use while boating or around the dock. It also meets FDA standards so zero impurities are imparted to the water.

Gilmour Plastic Nozzle

This high-quality nozzle easily attaches to the Gilmour Marine & Recreation Hose. It’s specifically designed for marine use, as it resists corrosion caused by saltwater. The durable polymer body on this nozzle includes an internal spring mechanism, making cleaning your boat safe and easy.

PVA Towel

Star Brite’s 27″ X 17″ PVA towel is a must-have for all boaters. It absorbs 50% more than natural chamois making it an excellent tool to try key areas of your boat before turning in for the day. It’s highly resistant to mold and doesn’t leave behind any lint residue or streaks when drying off your boat. It’s also conveniently machine washable.

Star Brite White Cotton Diaper Polishing Cloths

Super soft and absorbent for special cleaning jobs. 17″ X 17.5″ 100% pure cotton diapers are the best cloth for polishing.

Reggae Sponge (or Mitt)

Both of these products are made of microfiber that is highly absorbent yet soft, so you can be sure it won’t scratch your gel coat or painted surfaces. You can use either the sponge or mitt wet for washing, or dry for dusting. The sponge has a special scrubbing side that quickly removes tough stains and scum lines. Both products are machine washable.

Star Brite Microfiber Reggae Sponge (or Mitt)

Both of these products are made of microfiber that is highly absorbent yet soft, so you can be sure it won’t scratch your gelcoat or painted surfaces. You can use either the sponge or mitt wet for washing, or dry for dusting. The sponge has a special scrubbing side that quickly removes tough stains and scum lines. Both products are machine washable.

Microfiber Cleaning/Detailer Cloths

These premium cloths are made of non-scratching microfibers that are ultra-absorbent and super gentle on almost all surfaces. The ultra-fine fibers act like dirt magnets to all coated and non-coated finishes, fiberglass, windows, polished and plated metals, brass, and electronics. Put away that old t-shirt or dish rag and grab a microfiber cleaning cloth. These cloths are reusable and machine washable.

Shurhold 6’ Telescoping Handle

Easily reach any surface with this durable, six-foot-long handle. With the SHUR-LOK quick release system, this handle can be locked at any of four different lengths from 40-72 inches. This product makes cleaning easy and hassle-free. There are also over 30 different attachments from Shurhold that fit this telescoping handle, including brushes, squeegees, and mops.