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Teak Deck Maintenance using Boracol (Video 68) - Sailing Britican
20 October 2016 · 5 min · 26K views
What this video covers
Cleaning teak decks requires a two-stage application of Boracol to remove fungus and grime.0:04 First, wash the deck with soap and a soft brush, scrubbing gently across the grain to avoid damaging the wood.0:15 Rinse the surface thoroughly with fresh water until the runoff appears clear.1:25 Once the deck is damp but not soaking wet, apply the first coat of Boracol using a brush.2:56 The product appears soapy during application, which helps track coverage.3:15 Allow the first coat to dry until nearly damp again before applying a second coat.3:26 The treated deck remains sticky for several days, requiring approximately five days of dry weather to set properly.3:47 After application, leave the Boracol on the teak for seven to ten days to neutralize organic growth before performing a final rinse.4:52 Plastic owl decoys intended to deter birds prove ineffective against local wildlife.1:58
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