Anyone recommend a good oil for the teak on my V20?

[Mivers]

I need to treat the teak on my V20. Any suggestions on what to use?

[swampbilly 1980]

Originally Posted by Mivers

I need to treat the teak on my V20. Any suggestions on what to use?

I got some teak cleaner, the 2 step process and used the darker color teak oil, and it sure does make it look good. After a while however, every time your teak gets wet the oil separates from the wood and make a mess in the cuddy and in the floor. I sealed it after fighting it for a while with some teak sealer..a golden brown color and man I'm happy with it!

I would get the 2 step teak cleaner, and if you want to fight the oil for a while go for it . I found the sealer more user friendly

[nipper]

The 2 step teak cleaner is the way to go, and it helps to use a pressure washer. You need to be very careful, however, with the pressure washer so as to not damage the wood. I like to use a product called Sikkens Cetol marine finish. It is pretty expensive, about $35 a quart, but a quart goes a long way. It takes 3 coats initially, but the Cetol will last MUCH longer than teak oil or varnish. I have had it last several years without needing anything, and then just needing a light sanding and another coat. Cetol comes in several formulas. I have always used the original formula (just because that is what I started with), but they have a natural teak formula now that looks really good. The original formula has a slightly orange cast to it.

[phatdaddy]

ditto on the cetol
every now and then west has it on sale for 20 or 25 bucks..

[Mivers]

Thanks for the tips. I have never done it before and want to do it right the first time. Should I sand it down first or just pressure wash it?

[lumberslinger178]

I like starbrite oil (classic teak)