Re-Finishing Teak

[CaptMac]

Can someone remind me what to use to refinish the teak cabinet doors that are outside in the cockpit? I know it was posted somewhere, but I can't find it.

And does anyone have idea for refinishing the cabin floor? Is it the same stuff? Mine is getting pretty worn...

Thanks,
Mac

 

[Stella Maris]

Mac,
I use Deks Olje #1 which is a satin finish on the floor. If you prefer a high gloss you can finish it up with the #2. When I have to redo the teak doors in the cockpit, this is what I will use. It handles the sun better than varnish. It will not crack nor peel. To apply a fresh coat simply sand lightly with bronze wool. Wipe with a tacky cloth and away you go. I used this on all of the teak on the interior of Solitude as well. On the cabinet doors, head door and wall as well as the cave lid, I first applied #1 and then finished up with #2 to give it a high gloss.

You can find out more information on their website. It is available in the larger West Marine stores.

http://www.flood.com/flood/Products/Dis ... t+Page.htm

 

[j&lgray]

For the teak doors in the cockpit, we have been very happy with Sikkens' Cetol Marine that was bought from West Marine. The doors were sanded smooth and removing all the previous finish with a orbital palm sander. Then, three coats were put on. We did the doors last July and today they still look brand new. We have tried various products and this is what I like now.

For the inside, I really like the Min Wax wipe-on polyurethane product in a satin finish. I carry it with us and though it takes a couple of coats to be really good, it goes on so easy with a rag and has a very low odor.

 

[markm]

I thought all you should only use teak oil? Everyone I talk to trys to talk me out of using any varnish. Which is best?

Mark

:shock:

 

[j&lgray]

Hi Mark,
The answer to your question is: personal preference. I like wood finishes that provide more protection than oil. Wood finish technology is changing and you have more choices than ever.

 

[Stella Maris]

Mark,
While teak oil will "moisturize" the wood, it will also attract dirt. You should also know that you should never dry sand teak. Wet sand it with bronze wool.

 

[CaptMac]

We've used teak oil on the inside teak - two years later it is still fine with no additional maintenance. But outside, that's a different story. I'm thinking of using the same stuff that comes applied when Ranger delivers the boat - I thought it was a polyurethane something or other....

Mac

 

[Bruce Moore]

We used Daly's Seafin Teak Oil on all the interior teak which wasn't factory finished. About half a quart gave us two good coats. It was easy to apply and the smell, not at all unpleasant, didn't last for long. Just brushed it on and wiped it down later with a clean rag. Most all of it was absorbed by the teak. It left the wood with a nice deep color and natural matte (non-reflective) surface, which we prefer.

 

[Trinity]

Mac-

I have used the same stuff the factory uses on the inside and out. It is a Minwax product called Helmsman Spar Urethane Clear Satin. It comes in a spray can so works great on the louvre doors. Another tip I came across is to wrap sand paper around a putty knife to help sand between the slats. The spraycan makes it easy to finish the doors.

It also comes in regular cans and I have purchased it at both Home Depot and Fred Meyer. I find sponge brushes work well for small wood strip areas, like around the doors, and brushes work better on the interior doors etc. where the areas are larger.

Have fun.......................

Nancy

 

[CaptMac]

Perfect - thanks

Mac