"DSK" wrote in message

Actually, one can varnish perfectly well underway, or anchored in a nice
cove.

The Pardeys were proof-positive of this. They did brightwork and woodwork
jobs as a means of acquiring funds underway, and considered their boat a
sales tool. So they kept Serrafin and Taleisin in bristol condition
constantly, which often meant doing maintenance underway or in quiet
anchorages. AFAIK they still do.

Max