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Teak is also used extensively on older submarinedecks, as it is extremely durable and requires very little maintenance. The teak tends to wear into the softer 'summer' growth bands first, forming a natural 'non-slip' surface. Any sanding is therefore only damaging. Use of modern cleaning compounds, oils or preservatives will shorten the life of the teak, as it contains natural teak-oil a very small distance below the white surface. Wooden boat experts will only wash the teak with salt water, and re-caulk when needed. This cleans the deck, and prevents it from drying out and the wood shrinking. The salt helps it absorb and retain moisture, and prevents any mildew and algal growth. People with poor knowledge often over-maintain the teak, and drastically shorten its life.
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How do you maintain teak wood decks?
Coat it with teak oil
What type of wood was used on the decks of World War 2 US battleships?
teak wood
What Country Does Teak Wood Come From?
Teak wood comes from tropical hardwood trees that are found in many countries, such as Burma, Philippines, India, Laos, Indonesia, and Thailand. Teak wood is used to fabricate furniture, indoor flooring, and boat decks.
Brazilian teak is made of what material?
Brazilian teak is made of wood. Brazilian teak is a type of wood commonly used for wood floors, decking, and many other things which aren't as common.
Is teak wood used in making plywood?
no it is not
How often does a person use teak furniture?
Teak furniture is a high quality wood furniture. It is made from a tropical wood, teak, that is extremely durable, dense and weather resistant. Teak furniture is often used as outdoor furniture.
Material used to build first submarine?
Wood was used to make the first submarine
Is teak a softwood?
No teak is not a softwood it is a hard wood it just has oil in it to stop tarnishing Its mostly used in garden furniture.
What is botanical name of teak wood?
The botanical Name of Teak wood is "Techtona grandis"
What is the difference between pine wood and teak wood?
one is pine and one is teak....
What wood is used in yachts?
Teak wood is the wood of choice for many boat builders. Teak wood has been a traditional favorite due to its durability, appearance, and light weight. Teak wood is used in many marine applications, boatbuilding, furniture and flooring. Teak is a very durable hardwood with excellent split resistance.
How hard is teak to carve?
Teak is a hard wood.
