Clean Water Aboard Your Boat - A Necessity

Something often taken for granted by all of us is the availability of clean water. One of the issues while living aboard, especially while cruising is that you do usually have a limited supply while away from the docks.

My wife and I use 12 gallons a day, or enough for 25 days without refilling aboard our trawler, the Patricia Ann. Our usage includes bathing, and preparing meals. That's with a 300 gallon water tank. Naturally, conservation is the key while living aboard a boat; no standing in the shower for 30 minutes.

But although there are multiple ways to replenish that water supply, how do you know your water supply is safe to use?

Read more about the ways to insure you have a clean supply of water aboard your trawler or motor yacht