Essential Boat Maintenance shows you how to perform all those jobs that need to be done on your boat--whether a sailboat, a powerboat or a dinghy--without having to call in the expensive expert help. From cleaning off rust stains to servicing your engine and refurbishing the woodwork, it is all explained in clearly illustrated, easy-to-follow stages.

With explanatory diagrams and clear photographic detail showing your how to carry out specialized tasks, Essential Boat Maintenance will tell you everything you need to know about short-term troubleshooting and long-term boat care.