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Flush your teak before refuelling

Yachting Monthly UK

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November 2025

Teak is a beautiful material to use on our decks, particularly if you like a classic look.

Flush your teak before refuelling

Its anti-slip function is second to none, and the more it gets weathered grey by usage and salt water, the more character it acquires. However, it does have drawbacks. It's expensive, questionable for the environment, and extremely soft compared to other woods – you should never, under any conditions, use a high-pressure washer on it!

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