Boom tents to keep deck clean

[Project_Mayhem]

I've been looking into making or buying a boom tent or sunshade to help keep our deck cleaner. We have issues with birds pooping and yes, we have many things in place to try to scare them away so I'd prefer to not discuss those in this thread. I'm wondering how effective boom tents are at keeping decks clean. I've also found a sunshade of the correct size for a mere $40 but I'm curious if having something that's a tightly woven mesh would be less effective than a solid piece of fabric

 

[dmax]

A boom tent will certainly help keep the decks clean but then you have to clean the boom tent so not a big win.

 

[Tally Ho]

And how long does it take to remove it? Or set it up?

Would it deter you from sailing?

Greg

 

[Project_Mayhem]

Does anyone know if it will deter birds?

And how long does it take to remove it? Or set it up?

Would it deter you from sailing?

Greg

Oh the things I do for sailing... It will take a few extra minutes but overall it will save time as it's going to take 2-4 hours to wash the boat