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Wood flooring, Teak, maintainence of

  • 1.  Wood flooring, Teak, maintainence of

    Posted 04-20-2015 03:18 PM
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    My research says clean if necessary with white vinegar dilution, and apply Teak oil.
    Have received other finish suggestions. Desire sustainable and enviro friendly practice.
    Floor is 2 years old, seasonal Sailing club, semi-commercial use factor.
    It's a rather pedestrian question would like to hear from those with experience.
    Thanks you.

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    Robert De Santis AIA
    Middletown NJ
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  • 2.  RE: Wood flooring, Teak, maintainence of

    Posted 04-21-2015 08:58 PM
    Hi folks ---

    While I've never used teak flooring, if I had the need / opportunity, I'd definitely start w/ nautical sources.  Check Navy manuals, yacht builders, and especially yacht rehab. / restoration / maintenance shops.  Teak is a daily fact-of-life with these folks...  Ask, about prep, maintenance, enclosed / indoor consideraltions, etc.  

    Also, I think folks in some warm-latitude countries do use teak in buildings?

    All this, of course, in conjunction with consulting with FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) on responsible sourcing.  Actually, FSC might have sources on "care & handling".  Teak and ye shall find...

    Thanks ---
    Bill

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    William Devlin AIA
    William J. Devlin, AIA, Inc.
    Springfield MA
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