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diveorfish posted 08-19-2002 04:41 PM ET (US)
I went fishing last Saturday and the non-skid area got really dirty. It was stained with footprints, fish slime, etc. I tried cleaning the deck with a boat brush and ‘Starbrite’ non-skid deck cleaner. After 3 applications and a lot brushing, there were still a bunch of stains remaining.
Is there anything out there that will effectively clean and/or remove stains from the non-skid areas?

phatwhaler posted 08-19-2002 05:16 PM ET (US)
I know it's not that great of an idea, but every once in a while I break down and use some heavy artillery. aka, Bleach and soft scrub, or even a little comet. I know, these are harsh chemicals.... But Sometimes I just want to see the deck nice and clean.
The newer whaler decks are a big pain to keep clean. Your best bet is to not let "non-boaters" walk all over your deck with dirty black sole shoes. I bust my butt to keep the decks clean so I don't have to scrub so much.
phatwhaler out.
hooter posted 08-19-2002 05:21 PM ET (US)
I use a stif brush and Barkeepers Friend powder in da can; contains a mild abrasive and oxalic acid. Great stuf! Also check through da' old treads as dis' issue's been beat ta death in da past.
reelescape1 posted 08-19-2002 05:36 PM ET (US)
Pressure washer....
dauntlass 18 posted 08-19-2002 07:02 PM ET (US)
I have used "Barkeepers Friend " for years on boats.I now use "Woody Wax" on anti skid surfaces good for about two months just wash off with water and stiff brush.Note I clean anti skid with "Barkeeps" first than fresh water rinse for next couple of months.
Dick E posted 08-19-2002 08:50 PM ET (US)
I use West Marine's Non-Skid Cleaner works like a charm.
Just follow directions onthe bottle.
Dick E
David Pendleton posted 08-19-2002 09:33 PM ET (US)
I spray my decks down with Simple Green, let it set a bit, then use a 2800psi power washer.
One of these days, I'm going to try this 'Barkeepers Friend' stuff...but the power washer is indispensible.
Dave
TRAFFICLAWYER posted 08-19-2002 10:26 PM ET (US)
Try formula 88, degreaser works great available at winn dixie or pep boys.
controller posted 08-20-2002 08:29 AM ET (US)
Where do you find Barkeepers Friend?
Chap posted 08-20-2002 09:05 AM ET (US)
Hello,
Great stuff, I agree.
www.barkeepersfriend.com
Most grocery stores and old school hardware stores carry it around here.
Thanks
Chap
mbking1 posted 08-21-2002 07:55 PM ET (US)
Please be careful using pressure washers. I read a thread awhile back that gelcoat pitting can happen. Mark
dogface posted 08-21-2002 10:33 PM ET (US)
Combination bleach and Tide, nasty stuff but about the only thing that will clean my boat.
Dave
diveorfish posted 08-22-2002 11:58 AM ET (US)
Thank you very much everyone. I will give your suggestions a try as well as implement that “No black sole shoes on my boat” policy.
dogface posted 08-22-2002 12:20 PM ET (US)
I have become a fanatic about the boat shoes only rule.
msc posted 08-22-2002 01:08 PM ET (US)
Any of the available deck cleaners with oxalic acid.
lhg posted 08-22-2002 02:23 PM ET (US)
Everything I have heard is that products containing bleach will damage the non-skid.
I used them for a while, and they sure do clean well. But I think my non-skid has been damaged or degraded a little.
Another question, is what do people use to remove the UV oxidation that dulls the non-skid?
diveorfish posted 08-22-2002 04:19 PM ET (US)
Lhg: I read on THT that Woody Wax is the greatest thing since sliced bread for UV oxidation and such. I have no personal experience with it but Dauntless18 posted above that he uses it on his non-skid. Maybe someone else with Woody Wax experience could elaborate.
dogface posted 08-23-2002 03:21 AM ET (US)
I know I have been told by some that bleach is bad for the gell coat but seems to be the only thing that cleans that beautiful white back to normal. Used bleach for over a year with just a pretty boat to show for it. I have heard great things about woody wax.
David
dauntlass 18 posted 08-23-2002 07:37 AM ET (US)
Whaler in there maintance section states to not use detergents that contain ammonia or chlorine.Also do not use porcelain cleaning powders they contain chlorine and are too abrasive.Lots of fresh water washing and doing it right after useing boat works great for me.I do not let scum line or salt deposits stay on boat or stains on anti skid overnight.I wax sides and topsides every 3mos. during season with 3M Marine Protective Liquid Wax and now Woody Wax on anti skid.I find this system of cleaning to keep my Whaler looking good
Swellmonster posted 08-23-2002 11:59 PM ET (US)
I use softscrub too. I have read other nonskid forums and everyone has a woody over woody wax, so Im gunna get some too, "the wax that is.."
Swellmonster posted 08-24-2002 03:18 PM ET (US)
On the way to work today, I stopped off at Marine West and picked up a can of 16 oz Woody Wax. $24.00
Hey, I will letcha know..........
Swellmonster posted 08-24-2002 03:21 PM ET (US)
Just a thought....
What if you had a 20 year old blond in a t-back scubbing your diamond no skid, would it matter how long it took?
dauntlass 18 posted 08-24-2002 07:25 PM ET (US)
Swellmonster,just remember "a little dab will do you".When I first applied Woody Wax I put too much on. It did not take me long to learn to apply it very lightly and spread with lots of water and a medium bristle brush.The stuff really goes a long way.
Swellmonster posted 08-25-2002 11:56 AM ET (US)
I put some on a formica kichen cabinet last nite. Let it soak in overnight. Buffed it down this morning, looks good, but still looks wet.
gnr posted 08-26-2002 03:27 PM ET (US)
Yesterdays project was to install the transducer for my new sonar. Had to pull the tank racks mounted in the stern to access the tunnel. I don't know when, if ever these had been removed but i do know that it was an ugly sight underneath. I never thought I would be able to remove the stains completely but wanted to get the loose stuff up to get a good surface to reinstall. Sprayed some of the new "Automotive Formula" Simple Green on the stains and they immediatly starte to melt away. Went at it with a scrub brush and in no time had the floor looking like new. Good stuff.
p.s. no water dripped from the screw holes when I removed the old transducer. YEE HAW!
Swellmonster posted 08-27-2002 01:51 PM ET (US)
D-18,
Tell me exactly how you did it or wished to do it. Do you spray in on the sides and let it drip down then brush it around or what?
dauntlass 18 posted 08-27-2002 02:45 PM ET (US)
Swellmonster,the first time I used product I cleaned anti skid with "Barkeepers Friend" first. Than I put two or three drops of "Woody Wax"in each corner of anti skid panel on deck and two or three drops in center of anti skid panel.I than wet hand brush and spread wax around panel.Ilet it set about ten mintues and than flushed it off .I did the panels one at a time.I have done anti skid on boat twice this summer the second time I put on"Woody Wax" it was much shinney than first applacation.After you brush it into anti skid and before you flush it off with fresh water it looks like a wet oily mix on deck.I found by useing lots of water I got a no slip deck. After it dries I wipe it with a towel.Hope this helps you.
Swellmonster posted 08-27-2002 10:31 PM ET (US)
D18,
You werent kidding! Just a few drops here and there. I really hope it helps the front area on the sides where a lil skid is. That always gets so dirty. How nice is it on the gunnels?
Im gunna do it this weekend!
Also, another whaler bud reccomended this stuff. He raves about it! Check out the web site.
www.hyspeedkote.com
Swellmonster posted 09-06-2002 10:25 AM ET (US)
Woodie works!
I did it up and it looks great!
David Pendleton posted 09-06-2002 02:12 PM ET (US)
Okay, now I'm intrigued by this 'Woody Wax' stuff.
What is it? A wax, or a cleaner? Both? Is it designed especially for boats/fiberglass?Where do you get it?
Please tell me more.
Dave
Chap posted 09-06-2002 02:23 PM ET (US)
Hello,
The stuff worked for me. Little goes a long way. Follow the directions and let sit.
www.woody-wax.com/index.shtml
Thanks
Chap

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Author	Topic: The best way to clean a Whaler’s diamond non-skid decks?
diveorfish	posted 08-19-2002 04:41 PM ET (US) I went fishing last Saturday and the non-skid area got really dirty. It was stained with footprints, fish slime, etc. I tried cleaning the deck with a boat brush and ‘Starbrite’ non-skid deck cleaner. After 3 applications and a lot brushing, there were still a bunch of stains remaining. Is there anything out there that will effectively clean and/or remove stains from the non-skid areas?
phatwhaler	posted 08-19-2002 05:16 PM ET (US) I know it's not that great of an idea, but every once in a while I break down and use some heavy artillery. aka, Bleach and soft scrub, or even a little comet. I know, these are harsh chemicals.... But Sometimes I just want to see the deck nice and clean. The newer whaler decks are a big pain to keep clean. Your best bet is to not let "non-boaters" walk all over your deck with dirty black sole shoes. I bust my butt to keep the decks clean so I don't have to scrub so much. phatwhaler out.
hooter	posted 08-19-2002 05:21 PM ET (US) I use a stif brush and Barkeepers Friend powder in da can; contains a mild abrasive and oxalic acid. Great stuf! Also check through da' old treads as dis' issue's been beat ta death in da past.
reelescape1	posted 08-19-2002 05:36 PM ET (US) Pressure washer....
dauntlass 18	posted 08-19-2002 07:02 PM ET (US) I have used "Barkeepers Friend " for years on boats.I now use "Woody Wax" on anti skid surfaces good for about two months just wash off with water and stiff brush.Note I clean anti skid with "Barkeeps" first than fresh water rinse for next couple of months.
Dick E	posted 08-19-2002 08:50 PM ET (US) I use West Marine's Non-Skid Cleaner works like a charm. Just follow directions onthe bottle. Dick E
David Pendleton	posted 08-19-2002 09:33 PM ET (US) I spray my decks down with Simple Green, let it set a bit, then use a 2800psi power washer. One of these days, I'm going to try this 'Barkeepers Friend' stuff...but the power washer is indispensible. Dave
TRAFFICLAWYER	posted 08-19-2002 10:26 PM ET (US) Try formula 88, degreaser works great available at winn dixie or pep boys.
controller	posted 08-20-2002 08:29 AM ET (US) Where do you find Barkeepers Friend?
Chap	posted 08-20-2002 09:05 AM ET (US) Hello, Great stuff, I agree. www.barkeepersfriend.com Most grocery stores and old school hardware stores carry it around here. Thanks Chap
mbking1	posted 08-21-2002 07:55 PM ET (US) Please be careful using pressure washers. I read a thread awhile back that gelcoat pitting can happen. Mark
dogface	posted 08-21-2002 10:33 PM ET (US) Combination bleach and Tide, nasty stuff but about the only thing that will clean my boat. Dave
diveorfish	posted 08-22-2002 11:58 AM ET (US) Thank you very much everyone. I will give your suggestions a try as well as implement that “No black sole shoes on my boat” policy.
dogface	posted 08-22-2002 12:20 PM ET (US) I have become a fanatic about the boat shoes only rule.
msc	posted 08-22-2002 01:08 PM ET (US) Any of the available deck cleaners with oxalic acid.
lhg	posted 08-22-2002 02:23 PM ET (US) Everything I have heard is that products containing bleach will damage the non-skid. I used them for a while, and they sure do clean well. But I think my non-skid has been damaged or degraded a little. Another question, is what do people use to remove the UV oxidation that dulls the non-skid?
diveorfish	posted 08-22-2002 04:19 PM ET (US) Lhg: I read on THT that Woody Wax is the greatest thing since sliced bread for UV oxidation and such. I have no personal experience with it but Dauntless18 posted above that he uses it on his non-skid. Maybe someone else with Woody Wax experience could elaborate.
dogface	posted 08-23-2002 03:21 AM ET (US) I know I have been told by some that bleach is bad for the gell coat but seems to be the only thing that cleans that beautiful white back to normal. Used bleach for over a year with just a pretty boat to show for it. I have heard great things about woody wax. David
dauntlass 18	posted 08-23-2002 07:37 AM ET (US) Whaler in there maintance section states to not use detergents that contain ammonia or chlorine.Also do not use porcelain cleaning powders they contain chlorine and are too abrasive.Lots of fresh water washing and doing it right after useing boat works great for me.I do not let scum line or salt deposits stay on boat or stains on anti skid overnight.I wax sides and topsides every 3mos. during season with 3M Marine Protective Liquid Wax and now Woody Wax on anti skid.I find this system of cleaning to keep my Whaler looking good
Swellmonster	posted 08-23-2002 11:59 PM ET (US) I use softscrub too. I have read other nonskid forums and everyone has a woody over woody wax, so Im gunna get some too, "the wax that is.."
Swellmonster	posted 08-24-2002 03:18 PM ET (US) On the way to work today, I stopped off at Marine West and picked up a can of 16 oz Woody Wax. $24.00 Hey, I will letcha know..........
Swellmonster	posted 08-24-2002 03:21 PM ET (US) Just a thought.... What if you had a 20 year old blond in a t-back scubbing your diamond no skid, would it matter how long it took?
dauntlass 18	posted 08-24-2002 07:25 PM ET (US) Swellmonster,just remember "a little dab will do you".When I first applied Woody Wax I put too much on. It did not take me long to learn to apply it very lightly and spread with lots of water and a medium bristle brush.The stuff really goes a long way.
Swellmonster	posted 08-25-2002 11:56 AM ET (US) I put some on a formica kichen cabinet last nite. Let it soak in overnight. Buffed it down this morning, looks good, but still looks wet.
gnr	posted 08-26-2002 03:27 PM ET (US) Yesterdays project was to install the transducer for my new sonar. Had to pull the tank racks mounted in the stern to access the tunnel. I don't know when, if ever these had been removed but i do know that it was an ugly sight underneath. I never thought I would be able to remove the stains completely but wanted to get the loose stuff up to get a good surface to reinstall. Sprayed some of the new "Automotive Formula" Simple Green on the stains and they immediatly starte to melt away. Went at it with a scrub brush and in no time had the floor looking like new. Good stuff. p.s. no water dripped from the screw holes when I removed the old transducer. YEE HAW!
Swellmonster	posted 08-27-2002 01:51 PM ET (US) D-18, Tell me exactly how you did it or wished to do it. Do you spray in on the sides and let it drip down then brush it around or what?
dauntlass 18	posted 08-27-2002 02:45 PM ET (US) Swellmonster,the first time I used product I cleaned anti skid with "Barkeepers Friend" first. Than I put two or three drops of "Woody Wax"in each corner of anti skid panel on deck and two or three drops in center of anti skid panel.I than wet hand brush and spread wax around panel.Ilet it set about ten mintues and than flushed it off .I did the panels one at a time.I have done anti skid on boat twice this summer the second time I put on"Woody Wax" it was much shinney than first applacation.After you brush it into anti skid and before you flush it off with fresh water it looks like a wet oily mix on deck.I found by useing lots of water I got a no slip deck. After it dries I wipe it with a towel.Hope this helps you.
Swellmonster	posted 08-27-2002 10:31 PM ET (US) D18, You werent kidding! Just a few drops here and there. I really hope it helps the front area on the sides where a lil skid is. That always gets so dirty. How nice is it on the gunnels? Im gunna do it this weekend! Also, another whaler bud reccomended this stuff. He raves about it! Check out the web site. www.hyspeedkote.com
Swellmonster	posted 09-06-2002 10:25 AM ET (US) Woodie works! I did it up and it looks great!
David Pendleton	posted 09-06-2002 02:12 PM ET (US) Okay, now I'm intrigued by this 'Woody Wax' stuff. What is it? A wax, or a cleaner? Both? Is it designed especially for boats/fiberglass?Where do you get it? Please tell me more. Dave
Chap	posted 09-06-2002 02:23 PM ET (US) Hello, The stuff worked for me. Little goes a long way. Follow the directions and let sit. www.woody-wax.com/index.shtml Thanks Chap