How Do You Clean Personal Floatation Devices (PFD)?
Personal flotation devices are a necessary item for proper water safety. Legally, boat passengers each need to have their own personal flotation device. And with good reason, they save lives. If not properly maintained, they can be rendered useless. Dampen your cloth or sponge with pure lemon juice. Lemon juice has bacterial killing properties. The nice, clean smell is an extra advantage to something that is normally wet and musty smelling Scrub your personal flotation device thoroughly immediately after use, front and back. If you were boating in salt water, it is wise to spray your personal flotation device off with a garden hose first. Set out in direct sun. Hanging on a clothes line is best as it allows proper air flow. The sun acts as a natural bleach which will prevent mildew and kill bacteria. Store your personal flotation device only after you are certain it has dried out thoroughly. Spray silicone on metal and plastic fasteners a few times per season. This does not need to be
