rubble Posted June 4, 2016 Report Share Posted June 4, 2016 I learned what it's like to leave a boat uncovered and under a tree in C. FL for a few months. It fills up with leaves and other debris really quick and the sand turns the deck black. Got her back to KY and plan on a good bath. Any suggestions on what cleaners/soap to use to bring that new boat look back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FINCHASER Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 For organic stains use bleach would be my thought but never dealt with leaf stain. Its a form of tannin same as what stains the hull in brown water so hull cleaner might be a good option too. I use cheapo wax safe car soap, If the soap is string enough to remove stain its gonna remove wax to.... Im not fond of removing wax... its hard work that I want to keep from doing as much as possible Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fin-addict Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 roll off usually does the job for me, leaves/sand. if not, hull cleaner or bleach then wax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishinbill85 Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 Oxyclean. Scrub it in and take the boat in the sun and let it sit. I believe it's the peroxides that "bleach" the stains out. Sure enough bleach can yellow your boat if you aren't sparse and careful with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BEERSGOOD Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 I use Chlorox toilet bowl cleaner with bleach (blue bottle) and a scrub brush. I use it sparingly and it gets the job done. For rust and random stains that the cleaner wont get out I use On/Off. After I use a wax and dry spray and towel to spread it while I dry it. The wax makes it a little slick but easier to clean the next time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamaskeet Posted June 5, 2016 Report Share Posted June 5, 2016 I suggest Goof Off, my local Ace Hardware carries it. Wisk along with some beach will also work, but will require more scrubbing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdemott Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 On 6/4/2016 at 5:00 PM, rubble said: I learned what it's like to leave a boat uncovered and under a tree in C. FL for a few months. It fills up with leaves and other debris really quick and the sand turns the deck black. Got her back to KY and plan on a good bath. Any suggestions on what cleaners/soap to use to bring that new boat look back? Have used Tilex successfully. Had a Redfisher that was full of stains and mold when I bought it. Tilex and plenty of rising brought it back to life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurricane Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 A Magic Eraser is always good, used with chemical of your choice from above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
radi_33125 Posted June 6, 2016 Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Bar Keepers Friend; works very nicely for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubble Posted June 6, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 6, 2016 Ended up using Turtle Wax Car Wash Soap. Didn't do too bad but it took some work with the Magic Eraser to get it back to showroom clean. Those things really do a good job. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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