Originally posted by rdpierce:
I've wondered about showering in a J/30. I believe the hole in the teak and holly floor by the head drains directly into the bilge. Grey water in the bilge seems like a really bad idea. I had thought most boats with showers have drains that pump overboard, so grey water never reaches the bilge.
The drainage under this floor in the head is minimal and invites pooling in front of the mast step. I also imagine that water would soak between the molded floor pan and the teak and holly sole (if you have this option). I definitely wouldn't shower up there.
The J/35 features a shower in the head and therefore has teak grates with ample bilge drainage with the ability to lift and scrub out under there.
