Tips From the Pros
How to... Clean Non-Skid Decks
Background - Non Skid Decks
The Non Skid or textured patterns on your deck are designed to provide a non slip surface for you to walk on, even when the deck is wet. These areas are usually reinforced to support your weight without bending or cracking.

These textured areas should not be waxed or polished with conventional waxes and polishes (since this defeats the Non Slip purpose) therefore they have a tendency to collect and hold dirt more readily than the smooth, polished surfaces of your boat. Non Skids require constant cleaning, sometimes daily, in order to keep your boat in Bristol condition and to avoid long term problems such as permanent staining, greying or yellowing.

See also "How to - Protect and Shine Non-Skid Decks"

Materials List:

Aurora Boat Scrub
Deck Brush
Water

Aurora Boat Scrub with Hypexine is one of the easiest to use, safest and most effective Non Skid cleaners available. It's biodegradable, contains Hypexine to remove the most stubborn stains (even rust), soot, atmospheric fallout, bird droppings,etc. and contains brighteners to enhance the beauty of your boat.

Although it's a heavy duty cleaner, it's safe for daily maintenance. It contains NO wax or silicone and comes with a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee.

Caution: Things to Avoid when Cleaning Non Skids

1) Detergent based cleaners, such as dish soap, since they are not free rinsing and the residue attracts and holds dirt and grime.

2) Abrasive household cleaners or rubbing compounds, since they will quickly eat through your gel coat and permanently ruin your finish.

3) Cleaners that are not Environment Friendly and Biodegradable, especially if you're cleaning your boat on or near the water. Most household cleaners fall into this category. Check the label.

Directions
Wet the deck with water. Apply a small amount of Aurora Boat Scrub to the Non Skid area and brush in opposing directions with a deck brush or other stiff brush.

Rinse with clean water and dry with a chamois or let air dry.

(See Boat Clean Plus, Sure Step and Premium Boat Shine)

How the Pros Do It
Wash your boat first with a solution of 1 Part Aurora Boat Clean Plus to 15 Parts water and then clean the Non Skids. Boat washing should remove most of the surface dirt, requiring less product. Some boat washes leave unwanted residue on the Non Skids, Aurora Boat Clean Plusand Aurora Boat Scrub are free rinsing and biodegradable.

For badly stained or soiled Non Skids apply Aurora Boat Scrub full strength to the surface (do not wet with water) and rub the effected area with a small hand brush or clean, dry cloth. Rinse with water. Reapply until surface is clean.