teak and holly cabin sole

[paddydog63]

Mine is badly scratched and worn. What is the best method of restoring it without turning it into a skating rink especially when wet
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[sailorman]

search " cabin sole varnish" /forums/images/graemlins/wink.gif

 

[Ex-SolentBoy]

Sikkens Matt yacht varnish

 

[Tam_Hazan]

Went through same process myself just over two years ago.

Eventually settled for Ronseal Floorcare "Floor Varnish", and the clear gloss version. Initially I applied the matt finish on a test panel, but was disappointed with the result. I contacted the Ronseal technical department, as I was worried about the shiny and perhaps slippery floor under foot when wet: they reassured me that the shiny effect did not mean that it would end up like a skating rink - and they were right.

The cabin sole has now had two season use, looks very good and shrugs off water and dirt - and we don't fall over more often than usual!

However to get a good finish, it is necessary to spend some effort in preparation of the wood surface beforehand - as in most jobs. I am glad that the time, elbow grease and several sheets of fine/superfine paper were rewarded by the satisfaction of a 'job well done' at the end. But it can be a winter job in the warmth of home!

Best of luck.
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[Tam_Hazan]

/forums/images/graemlins/blush.gifJust noticed post from CambridgeDon about 10 down from you.
He seems pleased with his choice.

 

[Razorfish]

I've just renewed my cabin sole and was advised by the shipwright to use Osmo Polyx

http://www.peakoak.co.uk/osmo-polyx-oil.html

I have put two coats on and it looks good. Easy to apply and dries off over night. I believe that Osmo produce other products with stains of various colours that may help hide damage.

my 2p worth.

 

[dod]

This is the stuff you want. web page

 

[pvb]

I use teak oil on mine - rub it on with a pad of kitchen paper, leave it an hour to soak in, then rub the surplus off with clean kitchen paper. Leaves a nice, non-shiny, non-slip finish.