J.B. BRIGHTWORK

Basically, the following table illustrates the teak refurbishment process. There are variations for each boat, but each job we do receives the same attention to detail. You can't rush a good teak job, but it can still be finished in a timely manner. We'll be uploading more photographs soon.

The Teak Renovation Process
Step 1	Full inspection of the teak and other woodwork on your boat.
Step 2	Remove old varnish. The deterioration of the brightwork determines whether we use chemical stripping agents, sandpaper, or both.
Step 3	Sand woodwork. After removing all varnish, we start the sanding process, moving from rougher to finer grades until the wood is smooth.
Step 4	Clean the grain. If the wood has received much weather, we will either hand sand or use two-part teak cleaner.
Step 5	Vacuum the area and clean up the sawdust to prevent contamination of the work area.
Step 6	Tape around the wood to keep varnish from getting on your gelcoat or other surfaces.
Step 7	Wipe down the surface with denatured alcohol.
Step 8	Varnish. The first coat is mixed very thinly so that it penetrates the wood. A second thin coat is applied.
Step 9	Lightly sand surface, followed by another coat of less-thinned varnish.
Step 10	Repeat Step 9 two to three times.
Step 11	Thorough sanding followed by a mirror-like topcoat of clear varnish.
Step 12	Clean-up and detailing of the brightwork area.