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pmcarman
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Initially Posted - 10/22/2005 :  22:19:25  Show Profile  Visit pmcarman's Homepage
Greetings! Just bought a C25, and the teak had been varnished in the past, but it's seen some rough times. Would like to get it looking as good as possible, and would love some suggestions - some of it looks easy enough to pull off, but from there can anyone recommend steps to clean up then sealants/oil to use to make it look its best? Any and all advice on the topic much appreciated! Thanks!
Paul MacGyver Carman
'86 FK/SR #5195 "Althea"
Eau Gallie, FL
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ClamBeach
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Response Posted - 10/23/2005 :  00:23:17  Show Profile
You'll probably want to re-bed all the teak anyway.. so I'd remove it, (carefully) and lightly sand to a clean base. for a finish, I prefer Sikkens Cetol. It is easy to apply, very forgiving and lasts as long as any finish I've tried.

Burnish the finish with synthetic steel wool (3M finishing pads) between coats... after 3 or 4 coats, you'll have the Cetol built to a thick, protective coating.

Once finished, it will last for years and is very easily touched up or renewed.
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 10/23/2005 :  12:39:32  Show Profile
There are many differing opinions on what is the best way to finish teak, but to determine what look is best for you, walk the marinas and see what catches your eye. When you find a finish that you like, ask the person what they used.
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