teak help

Robert H. Wilkinson · Posted: Fri Jan 25, 2013 10:21 pm Post subject:

One of the boats on my "if I win the lottery" short list is a Mary Jane. No I havn't got this thread confused with the SBS thread!! Laughing

Mary Jane was the wife of MJM Yachts founder.

Researching the 40z I read that they use clear Awlgrip on their teak and holly sole. They say it wears far better than varnish. They even encourage people to keep their shoes on in the boat.

Not sure how well it would work on rails, or how hard it is to apply.

Anybody had any experience with it?

Regards, Rob

Sunbeam · Posted: Fri Jan 25, 2013 10:28 pm Post subject:

I don't myself as I like and use traditional varnish. However, I have a couple of sets of friends who are experienced finishers, and who have used the clearcoat type products on brightwork (outside) on boats. One used automotive clear (sprayed) and had very good luck with it (even in the south); the other uses Awlcraft (which is similar to automotive clear, from what I understand). Also has good experience with it.

If I were to move away from traditional varnish, that's what I would try.

Sunbeam