DIY Boating

One of the last major interior decorating decisions I have made is choosing the most appropriate floor covering for the main cabin – the…

Last issue we covered the installation of the toilet and holding tank, also known as the black water system. The final plumbing project is…

Any boat that is going to be used for extended trips will need a toilet of some sort.

A few months ago, I wrote about the design and installation of a new galley layout for my boat Divecat. During that process I installed a…

Every boat, regardless of its size or purpose, should be equipped with a reliable anchoring system. This ensures safety and stability when…

One of the benefits of being a part-time boat reviewer is that from time to time I get to experience other people’s boats, and I get to see…

Almost every type of boat-use story has some requirement for keeping stuff cool.

Last month we replaced the front windows of Divecat, using extruded aluminium window frames and the original toughened glass windowpanes…

The design of recreational boat windows has evolved over the years, as have the materials used.

Now that we have fitted the two replacement outboards to Divecat, together with their Vibrastop anti-vibration system, the next item on the…

Epoxy and aluminium are not usually good bedfellows. Enter Belzona with its range of specialist products. Even stripped threads can be…

One of the advantages of an aluminium boat is the rigidity of the hull. While there may be a small amount of flex, depending on the design,…