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Boat Detailing - Tips to clean and protect your Gel-Coat and Teak boat

If your boat is already dull and chalky you can restore it to its original luster by machine compounding, polishing, and waxing. Most Boat and Yacht flooring is usually Teak and Holly sole which takes a lot of abuse in foot traffic. It has a great look and enhances the interior. On some boats or yachts, it is an option, but some boats come with the teak and holly sole as standard. Whether you have a Powerboat or Sailboat, the problems are what to do when it wears out, and how do you know it is time to do something. For more, visit https://boatdetailing-101.tumblr.com/post/670749431042310144/b

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Boat Detailing - Tips to clean and protect your Gel-Coat and Teak boat

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  1. Boat Detailing - Tips to clean and protect your boat Gel-Coat and Teak

  2. Introduction Gel-coat, the exterior finish on fiberglass boats, is a porous mix of polyester resins and pigments that must be sealed from the damaging effects of ultra-violet (UV) rays, salt, dirt, and weather. Neglect it, and it becomes more porous due to the oxidation of the mixture resins, and what remains is a faded, dull finish. Yearly compounding will keep your boat looking good for years. Periodic polishing with a fine compound will remove the oxidation. Applying and maintaining a good coat of wax will prevent further deterioration.

  3. If your boat is already dull and chalky you can restore it to its original luster by machine compounding, polishing, and waxing. Waxing Waxing will remove oxidation and restore your boat's paint or gel-coat finish to a glistening shines. A fresh coat of wax will protect your boat from U.V rays and keep salt, dirt, and other environmental pollutants from penetrating and damaging your boat's finish.

  4. Other Details Most Boat and Yacht flooring is usually Teak and Holly sole which takes a lot of abuse in foot traffic. It has a great look and enhances the interior. On some boats or yachts, it is an option, but some boats come with the teak and holly sole as standard. Whether you have a Powerboat or Sailboat, the problems are what to do when it wears out, and how do you know it is time to do something.

  5. Teakwood Protection Teakwood is a unique wood due to the natural oils and waxes it contains. This is why it holds up so well in an outdoor environment. When teak gets older it turns a gray color. This is from the oils and waxes in the wood drying out and the cellulose that is left behind reacting with oxygen in the air turns gray. You can restore your teak to its natural color by lightly scrubbing it with high grit sandpaper and special detergents such as ammonia and dish detergent. Nothing makes your boat look more beautiful than a brand new coat of varnish on your wood surfaces. A high-quality varnish will greatly extend the longevity and beauty of the wood. Varnish will prevent the wood from absorbing moisture, environmental pollutants, and protect it from spills and dirt.

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