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Articles
from "The
Wheelhouse"
Protecting the Aquatic Environment
Alternatives
to Soaps and Detergents*
Cleaning
any boat, even a small one, can dirty a lot of water. many cleaning
products contain phosphates which promote weed and algae growth and
other chemicals that are toxic to aquatic ecosystems.
| Fibreglass |
Baking soda and salt (in water) |
| Aluminum |
1 tbsp of cream of tartar in a half litre of hot
water |
| Brass |
Worcestershire sauce, vinegar and salt solution |
| Chrome |
Vinegar and salt solution |
| Copper |
Lemon juice and salt solution |
| Decks |
1 part vinegar to 8 parts water |
| Hair |
Baby shampoo
(phosphate-free and ph balanced) |
| Hands |
Baby oil or
margarine |
| Clear plastic |
1
part vinegar to 2 parts water |
| Mildew |
Vinegar and salt
solution |
| Shower |
Wet
the area, apply baking soda and wipe |
| Toilet |
Baking soda |
| Windows |
1
part vinegar to 2 parts water |
| Wood |
Polish with olive
oil |
| Chrome/Metal |
Polish
with baby oil |
| Bleaching |
Hydrogen peroxide |
| Scouring |
Baking
soda |
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Fisheries and Oceans Canada Green Boat Program
Source:
The Wheelhouse, July 2001, Volume 2, Issue 2 & 3
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