Things You'll Need:
- Moisture control products
- Dehumidifier
- Marine fan
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Step 1
Buy moisture control products. These products come in boxes that you put in the cabin or bags that you hang in various areas of the boat. Moisture control products pull and store the moisture from the air so it doesn't seep into the carpeting, upholstery or electronics compartments.
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Step 2
Put the control products in moisture prone areas of the cabin. These are the areas where moisture enters the boat, such as hatches, windows and vents.
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Step 3
Use a dehumidifier. If the interior of the boat is especially moist, such as after winter storage, run a dehumidifier in the cabin for a day. Set the device to around 60 percent and close the cabin doors while it runs.
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Step 4
Ventilate the interior of the boat. Open the hatch while you're moving at a relatively slow speed. Air circulates throughout the cabin and humid air inside exchanges with fresh, dry air from outside. You can also purchase a marine fan (see Resources below) for added ventilation while the boat is docked.
