Making Hatch Seals Watertight

Keeping the water out is essential for the safety, comfort, and well being of your boat. Maybe it's time to check those weather seals.

Air Conditioning Maintenance For Your Boat

If you're lucky enough to have air conditioning on your boat, here's what you need to know about keeping that cold air cranking.

Soundproof Your Inboard Engine And Generator

Installing soundproofing can make a huge difference in onboard noise reduction. Here's how to transform the hullabaloo of your boat into the peace and tranquility.

Canvas Care For Boat Covers And Bimini Tops

Keeping your boat canvas clean and waterproofed will help protect your boat.

Topics

How to DIY Install and Repair Hardware

Author

Mark Corke

Contributing Editor, BoatUS Magazine

A marine surveyor and holder of RYA Yachtmaster Ocean certification, BoatUS Magazine contributing editor Mark Corke is one of our DIY gurus, creating easy-to-follow how-to articles and videos. Mark has built five boats himself (both power and sail), has been an experienced editor at several top boating magazines (including former associate editor of BoatUS Magazine), worked for the BBC, written four DIY books, skippered two round-the-world yachts, and holds the Guinness World Record for the fastest there-and-back crossing of the English Channel — in a kayak! He and his wife have a Grand Banks 32.