There’s no doubt that some of the most popular cruising grounds can be found in saltwater. As such, it’s important to take a few steps after each time spent on the water to make sure your boat doesn’t encounter saltwater damage:
Always wash down your boat after returning from a saltwater cruise. Spray and scrub down your boat from bow to stern, paying special attention to metal items that can easily corrode from saltwater exposure.
Flush your engine with fresh water to remove any lingering saltwater deposits in these crucial components.
Regrease all of your washed down metal parts so they are protected once they head back out to sea.
If you plan to keep your boat in saltwater, using saltwater friendly paint will help to extend the longevity of your paint job as it has special elements in it that help to act as a barrier between the harsh saltwater and your hull.