At a glance
SmallmouthCrush deep cleans a bass boat with Better Boat Boat Soap, Hull Cleaner, Bilge Cleaner and Wax Sealant, from the wash and waterline to the bilge.
Use a dedicated cleaner for each boat surface.
Clean deck grime and waterline stains separately.
Finish with the bilge and other problem areas.
VIDEO
SmallmouthCrush reviews Better Boat products and shows how to use them to clean a bass boat. He uses Boat Soap , Hull Cleaner , Bilge Cleaner and Wax Sealant. A regular deep clean keeps a bass boat looking sharp. Check it out.
For the deck itself, a dedicated boat deck cleaner cuts through the grime that a garden hose and general soap just push around.
Better Boat pick
No Slip Boat Deck Cleaner
Clean dirty dingy boat decks, floors, non skid surfaces, fiberglass, and vinyl.
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For the waterline, reach for a hull cleaner that starts breaking down stains on contact so cleanup does not depend only on scrubbing.
Better Boat pick
Instant Boat Hull Cleaner
Attack waterline stains, rust stains, exhaust marks, algae stains, and scum before they make the hull look neglected.
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For the bilge, he uses Bilge Cleaner . Pour it in, let boat motion work it through the grime, then pump it out.
Better Boat pick
Bilge Cleaner Concentrate
Emulsifies oil, fuel, and grease with bilge water so dirty buildup can be pumped out instead of scrubbed by hand.
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If you want the washdown basics in one box, the Boat Exterior Cleaning Kit pairs Boat Soap with a foam gun, sponge, microfiber cloths and an eraser.
Quick quiz
Tap a question to see the answer.
Which cleaner is used for salt, grime, mud, and droppings on the deck? A dedicated deck cleaner, such as No Slip Boat Deck Cleaner
Which cleaner targets waterline stains, rust stains, exhaust marks, algae stains, and scum? A hull cleaner made for stains. He uses Instant Boat Hull Cleaner
Which cleaner is intended for black streaks, grease, grime, oil stains, and scum? A degreaser made for black streaks, such as Marine Degreaser Black Streak Remover
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