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Marine Antifreeze: Protection in Freezing Temperatures

Winterizing your boat is performed before the winter months to protect your boat and boat engine from the low temperatures of winter that can cause damage. You basically drain out any water onboard and replace it with marine engine antifreeze. This prevents water from freezing and expanding, which can possibly damage your engine parts. IE Boat Supplies carries boat antifreeze products from leading brands like Starbrite.

While you might be tempted to use the automobile antifreeze you have on hand, it is not suitable for marine use. Boat antifreeze is non-toxic and specifically designed for use on your boat. Other antifreeze types contain harsh chemicals that are not approved for use on boats and can be damaging to the environment as well.

Marine antifreeze products are made with USP-grade ingredients, including propylene glycol. These additives not only prevent freezing but also help prevent rust and corrosion. Whereas auto antifreeze is made to be both a cooling agent and lowers the freezing point but can cause damage to marine engines.