Teak Decking
June 13, 2009 by Chris Wethered
Filed under Fiberglass Boat Repair And Sailboat Painting
Fiberglass is practical, teak decking is beautiful. Of course it needs constant attention and watchfulness. Teak deck maintenance is a must.
Sailors who understand the material present on their deck are in an informed position to choose between the two. With the increase in pollution, comes another wood predator.
Beware damp
The wood is very strong. However it can be undermined from all sides. Firstly by damp. The teak deck caulking between the planks is subjected to wear and tear. This in turn allows moisture into contact with the wood. Once damp is established it undermines the finishing on the planks. If the area is not swiftly fixed, then the water will get underneath.
Perfectly prepared and laid planks
Pollution
Pollution attacks wood by dissolving in rain. Through acid erosion, finishes and varnishes become less protective, so the surface is reached. The best way to prevent this protective breech is teak deck maintenance the preferred varnish or finish regularly. Wooden decks are for mindful sailors. Upkeep is mandatory and so not for the faint hearted.
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