Boating Information

A lip brush is a small, flat synthetic bristled brush used in a variety of ways. Learn how to use a lip brush with help from the creator & CEO of Rae Cosmetics in this free video clip.

Creating an anchor on a Web page and hyperlinking to the anchor from another page automatically opens the page at the correct position when a reader clicks on the link. Anchor links help readers to…

An inkle loom creates thin woven projects, such as belts or headbands. The nature of these projects makes inkle weaving a good way to start learning the craft, because they are quick and don't require…

Teak wood shower pans are installed in the same way as any shower pan. But you should exercise caution during installation to protect the teak wood from damage. Otherwise, the basics of installing a…

Dry docks are used to hold water away from the hull of a boat during storage or maintenance. Permanent docks are built into the sides of canals and lakes, while boats docked in marinas use plastic dry…

Although most garages have small anchors securing the sill plate to the concrete pad, sometimes it is necessary to add anchors outside for extra protection. The anchors in the sill plate are usually…

A pergola provides increased architectural interest and shade along the exterior or your home and a spot for entertaining or relaxing. Although some pergolas are installed as freestanding units, it is…

Many homeowners have stone walls as decorative and functional protection against the weather elements. Different stones can be used across the wall surface to create a unique appearance. However,…

Does your picture-perfect yard include an elegant arbor? Is it the entry to your garden, a framework covered in climbing vines, or a cover for a seat or swing? Whether you buy it already assembled or…

Slacklining uses a narrow length of flexible webbing suspended off the ground to improve balance. Strong anchor points are required to ensure that both ends of the line remain secure while under the…

Anchoring a deck to a house follows a simple concept: Joists at one side of the deck attach to a ledger mounted on the building's wall or foundation instead of connecting to a post-supported rim…

Boat owners who want to replace a boat's floor or give the boat a new look have a few flooring options from which to choose. The most important thing to keep in mind when shopping for boat flooring…

Bluestone is one of several types of flagstones that can be installed in patios, decks, porches or interior settings. However, unlike setting tile where a mortar bed is all that is needed, flagstones…

However the Catalina 30 sailboat is rigged or fitted out, it comes equipped with a Universal M25 or Atomic 4 gasoline-fueled auxiliary engine. The engine and transmission are held in place by four…

A Laser is a sailing dinghy, 13 feet 10 1/2 inches in length, known for its speed and its quick and touchy handling. The Laser is a production sailboat and the rules of the International Laser Class…

Organizing your boat is more than deciding where to mount the stereo speakers. Safety is always the first concern, along with complying with the laws and rules related to the type and size of boat.…

Building a wooden storage bin for a boat dock is no different than building any other box, except that the box should be weather-proof. You can use exterior grade plywood, also known as…

Liquefied petroleum (LP) gas is made up of butane, propane and other hydrocarbons that are liquefied under pressure and used for cooking, cutting metal and lighting. LP gas is stored on boats for…

Downspouts are important parts of the guttering system of any house. They are responsible for routing rainwater or snowmelt from the gutters at the roof's eaves to the ground below. Properly installed…

Cobra Anchors' WallGripper product includes a distinct strengthening feature that's unfamiliar, and occasionally problematic, to most do-it-yourself builders. Unlike a conventional thread-body wall…

Engineered for installation in domestic plumbing applications, HDPE is a high-density polyethylene thermoplastic. Having both a greater tensile strength and temperature resistance than standard PVC…

Teak and beech are types of hardwood used in varying applications in construction, furniture and musical instruments. Teak is a tropical wood that is less available than beech, which grows in…

Bathroom and kitchen restoration projects may require you to familiarize yourself with tools and accessories not used in everyday home improvement. For instance, if you need to mount something…

The footboard of a wood deck or porch, also known as a ledger board, sits under the door and against the house to support the deck joists. The deck joists, in turn, support the deck’s…

A screened gazebo -- usually made of plastic or vinyl -- provides a setting for hours of relaxing with family and friends. The gazebo is similar to a screen house or screen room because it features…

Mantel shelves offer a decorative way to show off books and other collectibles. Many people anchor mantel shelves to the wall above a fireplace, but this does not need to be the case. Mantel shelves…

The corner post, or newel, must be secure before you can attach the handrail to it, as the corner post serves as the anchor for the rest of the staircase rail. When anchoring the corner post of a…

While you shouldn't hang anything heavier than a small plant from a standard ceiling hook, it is possible to hang really heavy objects from the ceiling, such as a punching bag, hammock, artwork,…

Anchors have long been used to link to specific parts of Web pages. An anchor consists of a hyperlink created by anchor tags and an element -- headings, paragraphs, images and divs, to name a few…

Shelves can provide essential storage and display space throughout your home. While freestanding bookshelves are one option, wall-mounted shelves offer a versatile alternative. For a clean, modern…

The topsail halyard is used to raise the topsail -- which only answers the question in part, for the halyard is made of rope, but is not a rope; and the topsail is not the highest sail on a ship. To…

Anchors that are used for permanent fixtures such as a float house differ significantly from those used on boats and ships. Boat anchors have to find a compromise between effectiveness and…

Give your site visitors the ability to rest their scrolling fingers by adding scroll to anchor functionality to your website. Internet users click anchors daily in order to jump to different websites.…

A boat flag is sometimes used for fun and other times to provide a warning or to help other boats identify you. For example, military boats fly flags of their nationality so that other boats can…

The Anchor CM-60 is a wearable microphone designed for use with Anchor's wireless body pack transmitters. Unlike other wireless microphones, the CM-60 isn't worn as a headset or clipped to a lapel,…

The three loves of an epiphytic plant are light, air and water. More commonly called "air plants," these members of the Bromeliad family do not require soil to grow. They actually would…

Broadband Internet has made it possible for massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPG) that accommodate hundreds of thousands of players at the same time. According to game developer,…

Alloys are two different metals that are merged to create a single metal that has better properties than the separate metals. For example, steel is an alloy made from iron and carbon. When…

The WindRider 10 Trimaran can be rigged on a boat trailer before launching. The advantage of using a trailer is that the boat can be stored with some of the rigging already in place. Since the…

A sail boat theme is a whimsical, relaxing decoration scheme for anyone's bedroom, from an infant all the way up through a seasoned sailor. Choose individual decor items in the nautical color palette…

Docking a boat with twin engines requires the same care and preparation as docking a single engine boat. The critical aspect to consider when docking a twin engine is the direction your boat drifts as…

Single-handed sailing can be enjoyable and rewarding far beyond the typical experience of sailing with a normal crew compliment. The solitude and peacefulness of sailing by oneself allows for a…

While hulls are divided into classes, such as planing hulls that slide over the water and displacement hulls that act like a float, the type and design of the hull isn't especially important. You can…

Teak resists water and fungal damage very well and makes one of the best choices for construction in damp environments. Teak's natural oils and high silicon content repel water naturally. Builders…

The MacGregor Yacht Corp., an American manufacturer of sailing yachts founded in the early 1960s, is known in the industry for using innovative features, such as the swing keel and water ballast to…

Developing patience is task that takes time and lots of work. Using a hobby to help with these skills can make the patience building process fun. There are several hobbies that can help you develop…

Anchor charts are valuable tools in the classroom. They get kids involved with lesson plans, and can be used as a reference point by the children for days and weeks to come. When the students work…

Bookshelves are tall and heavy pieces of furniture, especially when they have books on them, and they can topple over due to earthquakes or other disruptions -- like a climbing toddler. To prevent…

Heavy snow accumulation can be devastating to boat docks and the boats housed within them. Because of the sloped dimensions of most roofs, snow can build heavily on one side causing a dock to tilt…

Hydraulic trim tabs affect the flow of water around the hull -- called laminar flow -- to maximize the boat's attitude in the water for performance, safety and fuel efficiency. They are controlled by…