Whether your boat has always been devoid of a head, or for whatever reason your existing waste system isn’t up to snuff, you might be thinking about buying and installing a new one. You'll want a system that’s easy to use, reliable, and meets all modern legislation with regard to waste management. If this is what you're after then you’re in the right place. This … [Read more...]
Why Are My Boat’s Window Frames Flaking?
There’s nothing worse than pulling the tarp of your boat in preparation for the summer only to find that it’s looking a little more tired than the year before, despite your best efforts in the maintenance department. Sometimes this is easily resolved with a quick blast of a pressure washer or even a quick lick of paint. There are times, however, when the best course of … [Read more...]
Do I Need to Fit an Electric Bilge Pump to My Boat?
In all my years as a marine engineer I have, almost as a matter of course, specified that both manual and electric bilge pumps be used in any design that will likely see water enter the bilge from time to time. Sometimes this also extends to the freeboard deck if water can become trapped above the waterline, for instance in the case of a well deck. Having said that, most of … [Read more...]
8 of The Best Visitor Moorings on the River Thames
Say the words ‘English’ and ‘river’ in the same sentence and most people will automatically think of the river Thames. Thanks to its role as a defining landmark in the nation’s capital, the Thames will forever be known as the quintessential British river. As wonderful as the stretch of the Thames that runs through London is however, there is a lot more to this iconic … [Read more...]
The Best Flashlights For Boating
Navigation lights and deck lights are one thing but you can’t beat a good old fashioned flashlight for easily pinpointing what you want to look at when you’re out on the water at night, as well as helping with mooring and finding your way through a poorly lit boatyard. In short a flashlight is indispensable! There are a whole range of flashlights on the market, but when … [Read more...]
