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AINTENANCE
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Basic Stain Guide
Here are basic steps to remove common
stains from boat upholstery. Consult
your dealer or upholstery-cleaning
professional for difficult stains.
TYPE OF STAIN
STEPS
(rinse with clean, warm water and then dry after application)
1
2
3
General Care/ Dirt
A
B
Chewing Gum
E
A
Coffee/ Tea/ Chocolate
B
Grease
E
B
Ink*
C
F
D
Ketchup
A
B
Lipstick
C
B
A
Mustard
A
B
C
Mildew/ Wet Leaves*
C
B
A
Motor Oil
B
Permanent Marker*
C
F
D
Suntan Lotion*
A
B
Tar/ Asphalt
E
B
* May cause permanent staining.
A
Medium-soft brush with warm, soapy water
B
Yamaclean All Purpose Cleaner or equivalent
C
Isopropyl alcohol (91% is best)
D
Mixture of 1 tablespoon (15 mL) ammonia, 1/4 cup (60 mL) hydrogen peroxide,
and 3/4 cup (177 mL) water
E
Wipe or scrape off excess (chill gum with ice first)
F
Name brand ink remover
