Category: Cabin & deck gear

Now here’s a great way of generating electricity. Forget about solar, wind or generators. The waste you flush down the toilet could one day power your equipment on board. And….“even better, the device breaks...

This product has been around for a while, but you might have missed it. And that’s a shame because keeping the boat free of barnacles and growth is typically a high-maintenance job requiring yearly...

The Marine Maintenance Magazine features a how-to guide on keeping your drinks and food cold on board by correctly servicing your refrigerator. Lot’s of tips and tricks that will save you money and frustration...

We talk a lot about wireless communications on board, but let’s also look at some of the other cords that can be removed. Start with the vacuum cleaner. “Take a cord out of your...

LED lights are making an entrance everywhere, replacing ‘traditional’ lighting technologies. They have many advantages, that can be even more relevant with boating requirements in mind. “LEDs create powerful illumination using very small amounts...

How often did you have a bad night of sleep because you were worried about your whether or not your anchor would stay in position? After finding that ideal spot, a boater just wants...

A BoatOhio reader (Don Hagan) recently discovered that the answer to boating problems is not always found in electronics… “OK, I admit it…. I am a gadget junkie. I purchase Palm Pilots, a new...

Thinking about installing an AC on your yacht? If you have several cabins and a living area on board, but you do not manage the climate properly, it might be a very heavy burden...

Over at Nautical Web, a do-it-yourself-guide for the installation of an air-conditioning system. Even if you do not plan to do it yourself, this article can be very interesting since it offers good background...