Boat care guides for owners in Spain

Warm Mediterranean water means fast fouling. How often to antifoul in Spain, hard vs eroding paint, best time of year and what a proper job includes.

Spanish winters are mild, but boats left alone for months still suffer. A practical checklist to lay up your boat in Spain for winter, afloat or ashore.

Your boat is in Spain and you are not. How to organise regular checks, maintenance and repairs from abroad, what to ask for and how to avoid surprises.

What a proper annual service covers for inboard diesels, sterndrives and outboards, how often to do it and the signs your boat engine needs attention.

Shore power sockets, cables, chargers and batteries for boats in Spain: what to check, common faults, galvanic corrosion and when to call a marine electrician.

A practical pre-season checklist for boats in Spain: engine, electrics, hull, safety gear, cleaning and paperwork, plus how to plan it before the spring rush.

Strong sun is hard on gelcoat, canvas, cushions and electronics. How to protect a boat kept in Spain from UV and heat, and what maintenance it needs.

How to clean a teak deck without wearing it away, whether to oil or seal it, signs of failing caulking and when teak needs professional repair.

What osmosis is, how to spot blisters on a fibreglass hull, how moisture surveys work, treatment options and how to prevent it on boats kept afloat in Spain.

Practical checks before buying a second-hand boat in Spain: survey, engine inspection, sea trial, documents and costs. General guidance for foreign buyers.