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Boating Life Article June 2004 TeaQua Teak Oil Teak Treatment and Teak Sealer

After a season of hard use, a teak swim platform starts to look like driftwood. Brightwork around the boat, attractive when new, also loses its luster when sanding and sealing take up valuable boating time. But with the right teak oil -- and a can-do attitude -- few jobs bring more satisfaction than restoring the rich grain and color of wood.

One way to resurface teak is with a two-part polymer finish like Cetol, available from westmarine or boatersworld Pigment in the mixture colors sun-bleached wood, restoring a more natural tone. Cetol leaves a hard, impermeable surface with a deep luster and a superior ability to shed water. Before applying, you'll have to scrub the teak with detergent to loosen as much grain-embedded grime as possible. Then mix the Cetol according to directions (and only in the quantity you can apply in its curing time) and brush it on.

If you prefer a more natural look, teak oils are the way to go. We are particularly fond of pigmented oils because they disguise the sun damage and bring "bleached bones" back to a rich luster, while retaining the nonslip surface that raw wood provides. Our team recently tested TeaQua (teaqua.com) on our project boat with great results. Not only does it contain natural colored pigments, but its penetrating formula, according to the manufacturer, has a sealer too.

To get started, we made sure the platform was free from dirt and grime. We thought a light sanding, though not required in the directions, took off loose splinters and opened up the pores for better oil penetration. TeaQua suggests brushing or rolling on the finish, but we wiped it on with a rag for the results you see here. The luster was deep, but best of all, the wood looked natural and retained its nonslip surface. TeaQua users report the treatment can last up to two years, but annual treatment is recommended.

Hustler Power Boats Chooses TeaQua Teak Treatment
Long Island, New York February 3, 2006

Hustler Boats, internationally known builder of superbly elegant high performance power boats www.hustlerpowerboats.com , has completed testing on its teak treatment process. “It is our priority to combine leading edge construction techniques with the finest materials available world wide” says Joe LoGiudice President of Hustler-Global Marine Power Inc. “The materials we choose in our manufacturing process must consistently maintain the highest standard”. “Having read several positive reviews, we decided to test TeaQua Teak Oil Teak Treatment Teak Sealer and were extremely pleased with the results. Our technicians were impressed with the ease of application and generous coverage one quart generates. The end result is a durable, classic rubbed wood finish. TeaQua was a perfect fit consistent with the exquisite appeal produced at Hustler Boats. We are hearing many very positive comments regarding the teak finish.”

Information about TeaQua is available on the company website www.TeaQua.com

Good Morning:

I want to thank the chemist who developed TeaQua. I've always been a fan of oils that are IN not ON the wood and the ease of application, water clean up and the look are outstanding.

I heard about TeaQua from a fellow sailor on one of the forums I visit. I tried it out on teak patio furniture and a red oak bench I built. From that experience I deemed it worthy of being applied to the teak on my Cape Dory 25D, Seraph. What an understatement. I spent 4 weekends removing the Cetol and 1/2 day applying TeaQua. I didn't use one piece of masking tape. I simply cut it in like a trim painter and came behind with a wet rag to wipe up any TeaQua that got on the gelcoat. Couldn't have been easier unless done by someone else.
TeaQua has caused quite a stir at my marina. Everyone is watching and taking bets on how long it will last. Having watched my patio furniture for 6 months I'm very optimistic.

There may be a few varnish types at my marina throwing in the brush and
converting to TeaQua.

Thanks again for a fine product

Randy Cape Dory 25D Seraph Austin Tx.

Steiger Craft Marine, nationally known Long Island builder of high quality fiberglass boats for commercial and recreational sport fisherman since 1972, has completed testing on its exterior teak treatment process. “As a matter of great importance, the materials we choose in our manufacturing process consistently maintain a high standard,” says John Manarte Vice President of Steiger Craft Boats. “Our craftsman pay diligent attention to every material and method used to build our watercrafts. After reading several positive reviews, we tested TeaQua Teak Treatment on our Block Island model with terrific results. Our craftsman found it extremely easy to apply and were amazed at the coverage one quart offers. The finish is a classic rubbed oil look that stays far longer than any previous coatings used. Response from our dealers has been positive”. Information about TeaQua is available on the company website

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