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