How to Clean a Styrofoam Boogie Board

After using your Styrofoam boogie board at the beach, it may become crusty with sand or dirty from frequent use. Styrofoam is a light-weight material made from 95 percent air, but it's durable, making it ideal for bodyboarding. The plastic-like quality makes Styrofoam easy to clean. Your boogie board can be like new with just a few simple steps.

Things You'll Need

  • Bucket
  • Dishwashing soap
  • Dishtowel or rag
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Instructions

    • 1

      Rinse your Styrofoam boogie board with fresh water using an outdoor shower or hose. This is especially important if you've been using your boogie board at a salt-water beach. Use the water to take most of the salt water and sand or mud residue off of the board. In most cases, this simple step is enough to get your board looking new again.

    • 2

      Mix dishwashing soap and water in a bucket. Your water should be warm, but not piping hot. Styrofoam is a substance that can melt, so you want to be careful with the temperature.

    • 3

      Scrub your board using the soap and water mixture in combination with a dishtowel or rag. If you want a deeper clean, a scrub brush can be used. Wash vigorously over the stained areas and rinse with fresh water when complete.