Varnish on cabinsoles. Can there be such a thing?

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Jan 22, 2008
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Fed up w/ personal attacks I'm done with SBO
[SIZE=-1][SIZE=-1]To each his own. As I said in my first post, I'm amazed leaving the te[SIZE=-1]ak decking unfinished was never even mentioned. Now it has been.[/SIZE][/SIZE]

I'll leave it with this final thought:
[SIZE=-1]Footing is footing whether it's inside or outside. [/SIZE]Following the general line of thinking [SIZE=-1]in the thread, why aren't [SIZE=-1]teak decks varnished or Gymsealed or whatever? Wouldn't they be just BEEEyootyfull?:D[/SIZE][/SIZE][/SIZE]
 
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Jan 22, 2008
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NorSea 27 Az., Doing the To-Do list
I think we are taking apples and oranges. I would NEVER use varnish/gymseal/etc. on teak decks!

My cabin sole is a different matter.

Greg
 
Jan 22, 2008
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Fed up w/ personal attacks I'm done with SBO
I would NEVER use varnish/gymseal/etc. on teak decks!
I believe you although I do not agree (my opinion) that there's an apples and oranges difference between secure footing inside the boat and outside. Maybe next time you're chatting with the Pardey's you can ask them if they think there's a difference.
 
May 31, 2007
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Hunter 37 cutter Blind River
If outside on the decks, definitely oil finish. Certainly NOT varnish. Too much maintenance.
Indoors, varnish. Of course I would varnish the bright stuff.
 
Jun 25, 2012
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hunter 356 Kemah,the Republic of Texas
Think about say using a out door water sealer like say thompson's water sealer for the more exposed outdoor deck areas. It should last longer be easier to maintain and make it easier to apply an extra fresh new coat about once a year or so to keep things looking fresh and new. Just do good prep work by a light sanding and cleaning before applying. Should keep dirt penetration to a minimum and give the teak a wet look that the owner may like with out making the deck slippery when wet. Plus save him some money which could come back to you in the long run.
 
Dec 11, 2008
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catalina C27 stillwater
I know a vintage Chris Craft cruiser that gets a quick deck coating of Cetol once a year. Clean it, put it on, let it dry, and go. It sees heavy traffic but always looks great.
 
Apr 8, 2010
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Frers 33 41426 Westport, CT
If your going to consider an oil type, look at Daly's Seafin teak oil. It is technically a tung oil I believe. Application is super quick and easy, dries hard so it won't collect dirt or turn black, and gives a nice warm natural look to the wood. It is UV stable also.
 

RobG

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Jun 2, 2004
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Ericson 28 Noank, Ct
Hey FourPoints,

Where'd you get it in our area? Defender doesn't carry it. WM? It's the direction I'm going for all of my teak including the cabin sole (when I get around to that).

Rob
 

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Jun 4, 2009
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Pearson 530 Admiralty Bay, Bequia SVG
For years I ran large motor yachts, the majority of which had teak decks. If you are going to keep this boat to that standard, then the decks will require daily washing and periodic cleaning (monthly or as needed) with a 2 part kit; a cleaner and a brightener. Few in the industry cover the teak with anything beyond a good quality teak oil (again quite often, to maintain an even look to the teak); it is constantly cleaned. I don't believe there is a product out there which would give you a proper yacht quality finish without being pretty slippery from spilled drinks and food.
You should consider the immense project it would be to finish the exterior decks with a varnish like product. After sanding every bit of it to a glass finish, it must be bleached with oxalic acid (several times?) so all the wood is the same color. Sand, then coat (or two) w/ a clear wood sealer, and sand. Then apply the varnish or whatever, let dry and sand again. And repeat until you have a finish you can swim in (ten coats for "yacht" finish). Then the maintenance is pretty much the same as above, only it has to be dried or you get water spots.
Neither way water proofs the decks; you need to calk to do that, and that is much easier on the oiled decks for sure.
I wouldn't use a house hold deck sealer or the like; you can get a layer of mold between those products and the natural oils in the teak.
Interior is pretty much the same prep, but professionals use blowers to keep the dust at a minimum. Contact any floor refinisher in your area for the product they use and you'll be set. I actually found it much more cost efficient to have them do it; about $1200.00 to do the interior of a 50' center cockpit boat, but I was too cheap at the time. Stupid me!
Good luck; it looks like you've got a steady job for some time to come.
 
Apr 8, 2010
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Frers 33 41426 Westport, CT
Hey FourPoints,

Where'd you get it in our area? Defender doesn't carry it. WM? It's the direction I'm going for all of my teak including the cabin sole (when I get around to that).

Rob
You can order it direct from Dalys, but I have the local WM order it for me. They normally stock the quarts at their warehouse, and some stores do have it.

I also use the Profin over top of the Seafin for a nice gloss varnish look that doesn't require varnish like maintenance (it wears off, not peels off), yet is thin enough the wood grain slightly shows though for good grip (look at pics on my blog for examples)

edit, forgot to add when the local WM orders it, you don't pay shipping ("hazardous" materials aren't cheap to ship)
 
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