Boating

When any aluminum structure, like a boat lift, has extended contact with hard water--water that contains iron, calcium and magnesium ions--calcium deposits will form on its surface as the aluminum...

Most boat owners have damaged a propeller at least once. Most props on newer outboards or inboard/outboard engines have a break-away rubber hub built into the body of the prop to absorb shock and...

Aluminum boats are extremely versatile vessels. On any weekend during the spring, summer and fall, you can usually see several aluminum boats on any river or lake. Aluminum boats don't rust or...

Aluminum boats can last for years with proper maintenance. The aluminum does not corrode and doesn't need to be painted. Occasionally, however, the rivets in an aluminum boat can form very small...

A bad day boating is way better than a good day of nearly anything else, but even the best days of boating build up a charge of static electricity on your hull from the friction between water and...

Although painting has no inherent protective value for an aluminum boat, some owners choose to add some color to their vessels, often to obscure the boat during on-the-water duck hunting or...

Aluminum boats are very durable and last for years, even with punishing use. You can see old aluminum boats almost any weekend on most lakes and rivers. But even boats as strong as these still...

Painting aluminum is not easy. Many paints will not adhere properly to aluminum and a good preparation process must be followed. Preparation includes sanding and carefully washing the boat,...

Aluminum fishing boats are loud. A teeth rattling bang will scare fish to the other side of the lake. These steps will help deaden the noise.

You might never get those sparkling clean, straight from the showroom floor pontoons back again, since the pontoons aren't designed to stay pretty, but you can remove growth buildup and most of...

Pontoon boats are flat-bottomed boats that are typically built on top of large aluminum cylinders. They are popularly used as recreational vessels because they are easy to operate, affordable, and...

Everybody wants their aluminum boat to stand out from the crowd and look cared for. Wear and tear from the elements such as salt water, sun, weather and bumping may make your boat look a little on...

Do you have a pontoon boat with aluminum siding? If so, you might have noticed that the siding is starting to look a little worn and frayed and the paint might even be flaking off the sides. You...

If your aluminum boat is becoming dull and dingy, you can polish it up to a perfect shine. You can either choose to use a polishing machine or do the work by hand. With a machine, your aluminum...

Aluminum boats are great for short trips on the water. Fisherman and other sportsman love a high quality aluminum boat for their outdoor adventures. To ensure a great ride on the water and keep...

Removing paint from aluminum siding may seem challenging. There are many reasons why you may decide to get rid of the paint. You may have accidentally splattered some, you may wish to recoat it...

Over time, aluminum boats can lose some of their luster. After being in the water for some time, the paint begins to get eroded. Re-painting your boat can be a daunting task if you aren’t...

Repainting an aluminum boat is not the most difficult type of painting job, but it is one that requires the observation of a few simple details. The repainting should take place in open air or at...

Jon Boats are one of the most popular form of aluminum boats in the world. Also known simply as flat-bottom boats, Jon Boats are great for fishing and for navigating through shallow waters. This...

Aluminum is perhaps the perfect material for building boats, especially flat bottom fishing and hunting boats. Aluminum is lightweight, durable and easy to work with. However, like most metals,...

There are a few things that you should keep in mind while you are shopping for paint for your boat. If you are looking to purchase some paint for your aluminum boat, but aren’t quite sure...