When the boating season winds down and the temperature drops, it’s time to start thinking about storage. You might remember to clean your canopy or flush your engine — but what about your ropes?
Lines that are coiled and stored without proper cleaning can trap salt, grime, and mildew deep in their fibres. By spring, that can mean weakened ropes, discolouration, and even a few unwanted passengers (yes, rodents love coiled ropes).
Here’s how to make sure your ropes stay strong, clean, and ready to use next season.
🪣 1. Give your ropes a proper clean
Forget scrubbing or blasting your ropes with a pressure washer — that only drives dirt deeper and damages the fibres. A soak-based system is the simplest and safest way to get them properly clean.
Using Renovo Marine Rope Cleaner, fill a standard bucket or tub with 15 litres of water, pour in the solution, and feed your ropes in section by section. Let them soak for 24 hours (or 48 if they’ve had a tough season), stirring occasionally to help loosen built-up grime.
This deep-cleaning soak works for ropes of any length or size, making it perfect for boat owners who want professional results without professional effort.
🌿 2. Biodegradable formula = Easy clean-up
Once the soak is complete, remove the ropes, rinse them thoroughly with clean water, and let them dry naturally. The best part? Renovo Marine Rope Cleaner is 100% biodegradable, so you can safely pour the used water away.
No harsh chemicals, no harm to the environment — just fuss-free cleaning that fits right into your end-of-season routine.
🐭 3. Keep rodents away during storage
If your ropes are stored in a shed, garage, or onboard locker, there’s one more hazard to think about — rodents. Mice and rats love nesting in coiled ropes and can chew through fibres, leaving expensive damage behind.
Renovo Marine Rope Cleaner helps tackle this problem with a built-in rodent-repellent coating that deters pests from making themselves at home over winter. It’s a simple solution to a common (and costly) problem.
For best results, coil your ropes loosely and store them in a dry, ventilated space — ideally in rope bags or sealed containers away from damp or food sources.
☀️ 4. Built-in UV protection for Spring
Even while in storage, ropes can suffer from UV exposure if they’re left in sunlight or near windows. Renovo’s formula includes UV inhibitors that help protect fibres from sun damage, keeping them supple and strong for the next season.
So when spring returns, your ropes will look — and perform — like new.
⚓ 5. Keep it simple, keep it safe
A few hours of prep now can save you time and money come launch season. Follow this easy checklist:
✅ Soak your ropes in Renovo Marine Rope Cleaner
✅ Rinse and dry completely before storage
✅ Coil loosely and store in a dry, rodent-free space
✅ Relax knowing your ropes are clean, protected, and ready to use
Simple. Effective. Safe for you, your boat, and the environment.
