{"id":2819,"date":"2023-09-25T07:00:49","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T11:00:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/discover.boatsetter.com\/?p=2819"},"modified":"2023-09-25T14:55:15","modified_gmt":"2023-09-25T18:55:15","slug":"4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull","title":{"rendered":"The Hull Truth: 4 Ways to Avoid Damage &#038; Decay to Your Hull"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#1_Air_everything_out\" >1. Air everything out<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#2_Pay_attention_to_your_bottom_paint\" >2. Pay attention to your bottom paint<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#3_Keep_track_of_little_scratches\" >3. Keep track of little scratches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#4_Keep_the_boat_out_of_the_water\" >4. Keep the boat out of the water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#Routine_maintenance_will_save_you_in_the_long-run\" >Routine maintenance will save you in the long-run<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/4-ways-avoid-damage-decay-hull\/#About_us\" >About us\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It doesn\u2019t matter how nice your boat is and what latest and greatest technology that you have outfitted it with, everything comes down to the hull. It is your separation from enjoying a day out on the ocean and be submerged in it! They&#8217;re also the most expensive part of a ship. So avoid sinking and costly repairs by following these essential tips on hull <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/go.boatsetter.com\/boat-maintenance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">maintenance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Post summary:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Air everything out<\/li>\n<li>Pay attention to your bottom paint<\/li>\n<li>Keep track of little scratches<\/li>\n<li>Keep your boat out of the water<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Read this post all the way through to know the <strong>four ways to avoid damage and decay to your hull<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/a\/list-boat\"><b>List. Rent. Earn\u2014Only at Boatsetter<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Air_everything_out\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Air everything out <\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The water is your friend, but it\u2019s not your boat\u2019s friend. Even the purest water can be corrosive over time, lead to mold or rust. You need to open everything up to get the fresh air. Swing open all the hatches, get under the floorboards, especially if you have a good sunny day on your hands. You may even want to get a few extension cords and get some fans going around on board to really get things dried out. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Pay_attention_to_your_bottom_paint\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Pay attention to your bottom paint<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-36759 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/boat-painting.jpg\" alt=\"Boat painting.\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/boat-painting.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/boat-painting-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.boats.com\/how-to\/how-to-paint-a-boat\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your bottom paint<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is your first layer of protection against the water and the elements. It\u2019s like a forcefield that prevents all kinds of damage so you want to make sure it is in good shape. You don\u2019t have to repaint it every week, but keep track of areas that may be chipping or damaged and patch them up. At least once a year, try to give it a completely fresh coat. This little bit of maintenance can save you thousands in fiberglass damage. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Keep_track_of_little_scratches\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Keep track of little scratches<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A boat is not like a car or your phone. A little scratch is definitely something you need to keep your eye on. A scratch the breaks the fiberglass will damage the entire structural integrity of your hull leading to all kinds of problems. <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.boatus.com\/boattech\/casey\/gelcoat-scratch-repair.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Repair little scratches<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> quickly with sealants and other tools and you\u2019ll prevent a massive headache. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Keep_the_boat_out_of_the_water\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Keep the boat out of the water<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20181 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/boat-inspection-lifted-boat.png\" alt=\"Boat inspection lifted\" width=\"720\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/boat-inspection-lifted-boat.png 720w, https:\/\/www.boatsetter.com\/boating-resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/boat-inspection-lifted-boat-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you can afford it, your best option is to keep the boat out of the water. Although this takes more time and effort, it really will save you in the long run because it can protect your boat from all kinds of injury whether by the water, accidental collision or other elements of the weather. Most marinas have nearby <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?ei=n6J2WvSMOsW90gT1-rOADA&amp;q=boat+storage+&amp;oq=boat+storage+&amp;gs_l=psy-ab.3..0i71k1l4.6635.6635.0.6850.1.1.0.0.0.0.0.0..0.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..1.0.0....0.MpXhXhIBNUY\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">boat storage facilities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are reasonably affordable and will even help you with taking the boat in and out the water. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Routine_maintenance_will_save_you_in_the_long-run\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Routine maintenance will save you in the long-run<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like anything, a little routine maintenance can go a long way to prevent serious and expensive damage. So follow these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.boatsetter.com\/tag\/tips\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">easy tips<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and you&#8217;ll be sure you hull will always be intact and your boat will be ready for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adventure<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_us\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About us<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Boatsetter is a unique boat-sharing platform that gives everyone\u2014whether you own a boat or you\u2019re just renting\u2014the chance to experience life on the water. 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