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I have done nothing to the interior teak of my boat since acquiring it 3 years ago (and who knows how long before that anything was done). I assume teak oil is the best method to treat the interior but can't seem to find anywhere instructions on surface preparation. Does anyone have any suggestions?
I have been using Watco oil on the interior of my boat now for 12 years and it looks great, hold up well, and is easy to apply. The prep should inlcude a light washing with soap and water and a complete drying before applying the Watco oil... use a srcuffy pad i.e. a dishwashing pad is just right, to apply the first coat or two....this smooths out any roughness there is without getting into the thin veneer on the plywood.
Apply a thin coat, let it set for 30 to 45 minutes, wipe dry.... let dry for a couple of days.... repeat until you get the finish build up you like.... I usually do mine every three years.
Have all your hatches open, it can get overwhelming. Do not use the marine version of Watco oil... that is for exterior only.. it is very potent.
"IRIS"
1975 C&C 27 MKlll
Hull No 453
Kittery Point, Maine
A lifetime ago I worked for a yacht manufacturer. All teak was finished with 600 wet or dry sandpaper and linseed or teak oil. I do the same with some furniture projects going as high as 1000 grit on fancy stuff. It comes out smooth as a babies.
After sanding wipe clean a couple times with an oily rag to remove oily dust, then apply a clean coat with a clean rag. Leave it on for a couple hours and then wipe dry. You'll get a penatration and finish that will last for years. I've been on boats that I did 25 years ago that have'nt been touched since and still look great.
Michael S.
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