Cleaning Gel Coat

[andrewnzinuk]

Hi

I have brought a second hand boat Four Winns Horizon 180 2005 and noticed some brown water stains on the gel coat on or below the water line. The owner has had it sitting in the water for lengths of time. They are not major and can get rid of some of the stain - but would like to get it back to brillant white. Any ideas on the bext way to do this - and what products you may recommend.

Cheers

 

[90stingray]

Re: Cleaning Gel Coat

Here are some cleaners that iboats offers...

http://www.iboats.com/Boat-Hull-Bot...1090038--session_id.555299586--view_id.217300

Check local walmart if you like for similar products.

 

[tpenfield]

Re: Cleaning Gel Coat

I use rust remover (for fiberglass) to get rid of the brown/orange stains, as they are often iron based.

So, anything that will not come off with bleach, I just use the stain remover and the hull becomes white again.

 

[Mr. Demeanor]

Re: Cleaning Gel Coat

Any cleaner with Oxcalic acid will work well and not harm your boat/trailer. The Works shower/tub cleaner is a good one.