Does anyone know, were the differences in Cherubini interiors from the factory or due to owner changes? My '79 H37C has the dark, glossy, varnished interior. The Related Link(scroll down the link) that Sanders sent to me is the lighter natural look. There was a pretty '84 that sold in my marina recently and it had the natural finish but looked darker to me. To match my interior with upgrades like shelves what wood should I use? What affordable solid wood will varnish to match the teak. The attached picture looks like my galley but I think it might actually be Sanders'.
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depends on what was ordered.
the factory did both varnish and oiled wood. depends what the dealer or customer ordered. almost all show boats are varnish. by now it is a contest to try to match any of it. it depends on what the 20 years of owners did in the interum.
the factory did both varnish and oiled wood. depends what the dealer or customer ordered. almost all show boats are varnish. by now it is a contest to try to match any of it. it depends on what the 20 years of owners did in the interum.
You're right, Ed
That is my galley in the attached photo. It is my understanding the original owner did a lot of work on the interior. and he obviously added lots of layers of varnish. But, I think the color is as the color was originally, in my 79, unless the aging and layering had an effect. Sanders
That is my galley in the attached photo. It is my understanding the original owner did a lot of work on the interior. and he obviously added lots of layers of varnish. But, I think the color is as the color was originally, in my 79, unless the aging and layering had an effect. Sanders
ED, think I have your answer...
As the original owner of my 1982 H-33, I remember very well looking at about 4-5 of these as they came in on the dealers lot. Most had the lighter teak interior, but mine was the darkest of any I saw. I liked the darker for what ever reason and it seemed they used dark teak almost every chance they had. There was a bulkhead separating the main salon and v-berth that actually I used some stain on the main cabin side to darken it to match more closely and the other side facing the v-berth is still light. Also, when ever I have removed something the factory installed, I noticed from day one that the teak exposed underneath the mounting piont was completely natural. It seems Hunter also used some sort of stain on lighter teak in my boat to darken it. By the way, Wish I had gone for the one of the lighter interiors... time does change ones preception.
As the original owner of my 1982 H-33, I remember very well looking at about 4-5 of these as they came in on the dealers lot. Most had the lighter teak interior, but mine was the darkest of any I saw. I liked the darker for what ever reason and it seemed they used dark teak almost every chance they had. There was a bulkhead separating the main salon and v-berth that actually I used some stain on the main cabin side to darken it to match more closely and the other side facing the v-berth is still light. Also, when ever I have removed something the factory installed, I noticed from day one that the teak exposed underneath the mounting piont was completely natural. It seems Hunter also used some sort of stain on lighter teak in my boat to darken it. By the way, Wish I had gone for the one of the lighter interiors... time does change ones preception.
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Somewhere along the line, someone mentioned Cetol having been used by the factory. I've never used Cetol, I'm not even sure I have the name right, but I understand it has an orange or reddish cast it adds to the teak. My varnished interior has always been lighter than some I've seen on this board, but whenever I've sanded a piece for refinishing, it winds up a bit lighter than the original finish. This may be due to ageing.....?????? I'd be interested to know if anyone has used Cetol?
Somewhere along the line, someone mentioned Cetol having been used by the factory. I've never used Cetol, I'm not even sure I have the name right, but I understand it has an orange or reddish cast it adds to the teak. My varnished interior has always been lighter than some I've seen on this board, but whenever I've sanded a piece for refinishing, it winds up a bit lighter than the original finish. This may be due to ageing.....?????? I'd be interested to know if anyone has used Cetol?
No Cetol here.
Or any other oil. All of my teak, interior and exterior, has many coats of varnish. The previous owner said there were seven new coats on the interior when I bought the boat in '98. So I have never had an opportunity to use any of the oils. On this board I have seen many references to Cetol. And quite a few comments that they did not like the "orangish" results. I have seen many H37Cs with the "unvarnished" look and think that is a rich look. But I have grown fond of my varnish. It holds up well and never needs maintenance on the inside. We carpet the sole so that is not a problem. Mildew doesn't really have a place to grab on so that is good. I spent some time looking for teak lumber on the web. I would love to do shelves and such with teak but it is so expensive. We have a couple of good lumber yards in Canton. I'll take a cabinet door in and see what they think will match it. And Dave, I could not get your picture to open.
Or any other oil. All of my teak, interior and exterior, has many coats of varnish. The previous owner said there were seven new coats on the interior when I bought the boat in '98. So I have never had an opportunity to use any of the oils. On this board I have seen many references to Cetol. And quite a few comments that they did not like the "orangish" results. I have seen many H37Cs with the "unvarnished" look and think that is a rich look. But I have grown fond of my varnish. It holds up well and never needs maintenance on the inside. We carpet the sole so that is not a problem. Mildew doesn't really have a place to grab on so that is good. I spent some time looking for teak lumber on the web. I would love to do shelves and such with teak but it is so expensive. We have a couple of good lumber yards in Canton. I'll take a cabinet door in and see what they think will match it. And Dave, I could not get your picture to open.
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