This is one thing that takes little effort and has and immediate and substantial impact, and not just on our boats health, but our own. Surrounding ourselves with chemicals, allowing them to permeate our skin as shampoos and soap and cleansers do create a toxic overload in our system. These phosphates and chemicals also damage the oceans ecosystems.
The amazing thing is that a majority of what we buy and use is marketing hype. We really don’t need many products to keep our boats clean.
Over the years we have eliminated 90% of chemical products in our own lives. The remaining 10% are organic and fragrance free. Its cheaper to simplify cleaning products and many can be used for multiple purposes. I wish I had know sooner about these ideas as cleaning and shopping is simplified.
We also use rags or old t-shirts instead of paper products for clean up. They can be thrown into the wash and no need to have paper on board.
Just as important as what to chose is what not to chose. Knowing to stay away from phosphates and bleach, looking for words like phosphate free and bio-degradable can go a long way to protecting our boats, our waters and our selves.
- No dangerous overboard spills
- Healthier for you
- Not toxic to breathe, touch or smell
- Just as effective
- Not toxic for environment
- Responsible consumer choice
- Less Expensive