Maintenance and Repair Questions

  • All decked out

    Find out what's involved with teak that has had wear and tear; it may be more damaged than you think. More

  • Stripped for action

    Sole can be cleaned with the right combination of TSP and petroleum solvents, preparing it for holly installation. More

  • Leaking Lexan

    Don Casey explains why Boatlife shouldn't be used with Lexan and describes the proper sealant to stop leaks. More

  • Daisy chain

    How to inspect chainplates for corrosion when they are encapsulated in bulkheads. More

  • Cool stuff

    A reader asks, "Would a top-loading refrigerator compressor run less if blocks of foam were added?" More

  • Fittings out

    Don Casey gives tips on how to keep the bronze through-hull fittings of a Pearson 390 clean and bright. More

  • All Hands on Deck

    How do I replace the anti-skid decking on my Etap 30? More

  • All Ground Up

    Don Casey explains how to repair the keel of an older daysailer and keep it from refilling. More

  • Cedar Ceiling

    What adhesive should a reader who wants to add cedar paneling to the cabin liner walls of a 1984 Beneteau 35 use? More

  • Big piece or small?

    A reader asks author Don Casey what the best approach would be for laying up material to cover a hole, stringers, and more. More