Teak wood

[Fitz]

Phatdaddy:

I second your advice regarding Cetol. Superb product, and very durable.

For those who have looked at my boat, I should clarify that all the teak is finished with one coat of oil-based natural teak stain, then three coats of Cetol Light (which I selected because it doesn't have the orange hue of straight Cetol), except the floor hatch covers, the cleat bases, the step pads, and the bow pulpit. I just stain and oil those horizontal pieces, because they routinely get knicks and scratches that would ruin any solid finish in less than a season.

[nipper]

I have always taken all teak off the boat. Then apply the teak cleaner with a stiff brush, let it sit for a bit, then power wash it off. Comes out looking brand new. Then sand down any nicks/scratches. Its very important to let the teak dry for several days. Then I use Cetol. It is expensive (around $35 a quart) but a quart goes a long way. 2 coats of Cetol should do it. The cetol will last for years.

[macojoe]

hey Fitz!! nice to see you here!!

[Pipe_Dream]

Good thread. Next project: teak!