Owning a boat opens up a world of opportunities. You visit places that not many else have, entertain a small fishing trip, or even take family and friends for a spin. Owning a vessel, be it big or ...

When selecting a color, be sure to take into account more than aesthetics. Using darker pigments results in increased surface and ­interior ­temperatures. Steve D’Antonio Painting a vessel's hull or ...

After 15 years, the non-slip paint on my boat deck looked faded and dirty. But I put off repainting until the non skid failed and I started slipping and sliding on the wet deck. While a freshly ...

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Folks who want to enjoy the local lake or coastline or just like to fish on a budget can easily do so with an aluminum boat. Even though aluminum boats are quick to register and relatively simple to ...