R 29 louvered cockpit door finish

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The teak louvred doors in the cockpit of my 2013 R29 have seen a bit too much sun and salt so I want to refinish them.
I believe they are teak supplied by SeaTeak. I know that outside teak is usually finished with teak oil and that varnish is not the product to,use on teak but there seems to be a thin varnish like finish on these doors. They are the original doors. Could you suggest how these doors were finished and would appreciate any suggestions how to refinish these the correct way.

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[PanaSeaAh]

Strongly recommend Sikkens Cetol Marine finish. The teak or amber color has the best UV resistance (iron oxide suspended in the finish). I have tried many different finishes, and this stands out. If your teak has gone to black, you will will have to clean it before sanding, but it is worth it. Up to you whether you go on to the gloss topcoat or stay with the satin, but plan on multiple coats and ample drying time. All the grades are on Amazon, and Sikkens website has good info on preparation. Better pain stores also have it. Be sure you get the "marine" version for outside use.

 

[scross]

I gave up on trying to keep the teak frame and doors on the bait well of our RT 25 Classic.
I went with a single louvered door made from starboard.
https://www.boatoutfitters.com/build-yo ... -boat-door
Very happy with the result. Looks modern and clean. And no more time keeping the teak doors looking so-so.

 

[KennyMarrs]

Hello,

We used to spray the doors with a urethane. It's not easy to bring the wood back so I'd recommend replacing the doors and just doing a standard teak oil. I'm sure Richard can source the doors for you if you shoot him an email, parts@rangertugs.com

-Kenny

 

[fishheadbarandgrill]

I think these are the doors

https://www.marinedepotdirect.com/teak- ... boats.html

 

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Follow up: I removed the doors and frames and brought them home to work on them at room temperature. I soaked them in water for a couple of days to soften up the glue and with " gentle persuasion" I was able to loosen the dovetail joints and completely disassemble them. I used paint stripper and removed all the old finish and then used a teak wash very lightly sanding the darkened areas. I used 3 coats of Cetol Teak Marine on the "inside" and a fourth coat for the outside that faces the weather. I lightly sanded between the last two coats. I was considering a final coat with the gloss finish but was happy with the result with the marine teak and saved the $50 for a can.
I am considering having a pair of simple covers made from tan Sunbrella with snap fasteners that can be quickly attached over the doors and frames when not running the boat. This would protect from the sun and weather and possibly keep the contents of the cabinets drier and cleaner. It would at least save me from having to do this job again!
Cheers and thanks for the input.

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