Finishing teak poses the most difficulty.
Teak wood finish laminates.
The wood doesn t take stain exceptionally well and traditional clear finishes except lacquer can be a problem.
But two part polyurethane the type for marine use will.
It s solid teak but i would think the veneer would be the same.
The finish that i prefer for most interior teak is simple teak oil specifically dalys seafin teak oil.
Scrubbing with fine gauge steel wool and then applying oil is often appropriate as a way to restore the surface on teak furniture whether it s solid teak or laminated with just a teak veneer.
Average reported shrinkage values green to ovendry are 2 5 radial 5 8 tangential and 7 0 volumetric.
How should i finish teak veneer.
It just gives the wood a wet look.
For instance regular polyurethane won t set up.
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It is heavy with a uniform coarse texture and medium porous grain.
I always use teak oil on my boat platform.
It dresses to a very smooth finish if tools are kept sharp and the worked edges of the wood remain sharp.
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Teak is easily worked with both hand and machine tools although due to its density it is rather hard on tools.
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Multiple coats can be applied to produce various degrees of sheen.
That s why teak is frequently coated with a penetrating oil such as tung or teak.
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It penetrates deep into the wood for protection that doesn t flake or peel over time.
I would just be sure as lou said that it won t lift the glue.
Dealer of mid century modern furniture sculpture and art said that s often what he does.
Maybe put it on as light as possible so it doesn t soak in to much.
Teak is a dense and oily hardwood that is relatively easy to work with and strong.
It is best finished with a wipe on oil.
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