Smarter Small Biz/Boat Washing, Cleaning and Detailing

  • $395

Boat Washing, Cleaning and Detailing

  • Course

Our Exterior Boat Washing and Detailing Course covers everything you need to know about washing boats such as what gear and supplies to use and why, how to clean a boat from top to bottom no matter how big it is, cleaning different types of materials and fabrics, working with teak decks and varnished rails, cleaning the interior of the boat and a lot more!

This course will give you the fundamental knowledge and confidence you'll need to talk with customers, answer their questions and talk about your services.

What you'll get out of our course

When you're done with our Exterior Boat Washing and Detailing Course, you'll be able to:

  • Wash boats of any size, including ski boats, sailboats and large yachts.

  • Build your inventory of equipment, gear and supplies from local and online retailers so you have exactly what you need to start any job.

  • Assess the condition of a boat so you can give an accurate quote.

  • Avoid “red flags” and problem areas on older boats and learn when to turn down a job.

  • Use our training course to train your new employees.

  • Learn proper boat terminology so you can talk like an expert to your customers.

  • And a whole lot more! We’re always adding to our training courses and your account will give you access to our new content.

Our Exterior Boat Washing and Detailing Course also comes with:

  • Email support - we’re here to help you get started quickly and successfully!

  • A certificate of course completion.

  • Discounts on our full line of high-quality, easy to work with boat detailing products through our online store with a special discount code for detailers.

Contents

Introduction

How the Course Works
About Your Instructor
Product List

Exterior Boat Washing

Boat Terminology
Boat Washing Brushes (video)
Cleaning Boats with a Fly Bridge (video)
Why Washing Boats is SO Important (When Your Customers Ask)
Boat Washing Video - Part 1
Boat Washing Video - Part 2
Boat Washing Video - Part 3
Boat Washing Video - Part 4
Washing and Cleaning in Enclosed Cockpits
Water Streaks (video)
Warning About Old Canvas and Plastic Windows (video)
Cleaning Synthetic Teak Decking (video)
Mold and Mildew in Non-Skid (video)
Using a Magic Eraser Pad to Clean Non-Skid (video)
Cleaning Hatches, Lazarettes and Under Cushions (video)
Natural Cleaning Products
Visual Boat Washing Checklist

Exterior Detailing

What is Exterior Detailing?
Metal Polishing
Canvas Cleaning
Cleaning and Polishing Plastic Windows
Cleaning and Treating Glass Windows
Cleaning and Protecting Vinyl Seating
Cleaning in Hatches, Lazarettes and Storage Lockers
Cleaning and Detailing Dinghies
Teak Deck Cleaning and Brightening
Engine Rooms and Bilges
Varnishing Wood

Interior Cleaning

Deep Cleaning vs Maintenance Cleaning
Learning How To Use the Power Panel (video)
Interior Carpet Spot Removal
How to Flush a Boat Toilet (video)

Preparing for Buffing and Waxing

Learn About Gel Coat and Oxidation
One-Step, Two-Step and Multi-Step Processes
Learn How to Assess the Condition of a Boat
Preparation - Weather and Safety
Products and Gear
Maintaining an Awlgrip Topcoat
When a Boat Should be Painted Instead of Waxed (videos)
Vinyl Striping vs Painted Striping (videos)
Waxing Tips and Techniques
Detailing Videos
Ceramic Coatings
Next Steps