Teak Deck Panels

Coincidently, there is an interesting review on this type of product in the
newest issue of Practical sailor. They reviewed Tek-Dek and Flexiteek and
MarineDeck 2000. Overall it was a favorable review of this promising
technology.
Bob



"J.T. Tuomela" <jt.TakeThisOut@teakdeckcompany.com> wrote in message
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 > I would like to invite all readers to visit our new web site
 > <a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.TeakDeckCompany.com" target="_blank">www.TeakDeckCompany.com</a> . We are fabricating and selling ready to install
 > teak deck panels for boat owners, manufacturers and professional
installers.
 > Ready to fit and install, sanded and caulked standard teak deck panels
1/2"
 > thick, 23 13/16" wide (plus seam makes 24" wide) 4' to 10' long panels
 > selling 50$/ sqf. Full caulking depth, no screws, no bungs, glue on
 > installation means two times more wearability than grooved deck planking.
 > Saves time AND money.Custom panels made to order. Also great solid teak
 > tongue and groove flooring (interior use).
 >
 > J.T. Tuomela
 > Owner
<font color=purple> > <a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.TeakDeckCompany.com</font" target="_blank">www.TeakDeckCompany.com</font</a>>
 >
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Actually, the article in P.S. was of *Synthetic* teak decking
products. Mr. Tuomela appears to be offering a prefabricated
*natural* teak decking system.

Given that the cost of the raw material, i.e. 1/2" X 1 7/8" vertical
grain, rabbetted teak decking planks is about $15 sq / ft (see:
<a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/" target="_blank">http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/</a> [for example]), I think I'll do
the work myself...

Mike Worrall
Los Angeles

"Salty Bob" <saltybob.TakeThisOut@nospam.com> wrote in message
 > Coincidently, there is an interesting review on this type of product in the
 > newest issue of Practical sailor. They reviewed Tek-Dek and Flexiteek and
 > MarineDeck 2000. Overall it was a favorable review of this promising
 > technology.
 > Bob<!-- ~MESSAGE_AFTER~ -->
 >> Stay informed about: Teak Deck Panels 

Some of the better builders in these parts use custom prefabbed decking from
Teakdecking systems (http://www.teakdecking.com/). I've been told that it's less
expensive than yard labor rates, but it was still a bit high for me. The result
is finestkind. I've used their teak decking sealant with good results.

mike worrall wrote:

 > Actually, the article in P.S. was of *Synthetic* teak decking
 > products. Mr. Tuomela appears to be offering a prefabricated
 > *natural* teak decking system.
 >
 > Given that the cost of the raw material, i.e. 1/2" X 1 7/8" vertical
 > grain, rabbetted teak decking planks is about $15 sq / ft (see:
 > <a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/" target="_blank">http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/</a> [for example]), I think I'll do
 > the work myself...
 >
 > Mike Worrall
 > Los Angeles
 >
 > "Salty Bob" <saltybob.RemoveThis@nospam.com> wrote in message
  > > Coincidently, there is an interesting review on this type of product in the
  > > newest issue of Practical sailor. They reviewed Tek-Dek and Flexiteek and
  > > MarineDeck 2000. Overall it was a favorable review of this promising
  > > technology.
  > > Bob<!-- ~MESSAGE_AFTER~ -->
 >> Stay informed about: Teak Deck Panels 

Mike,
That SJ Lumberman's site looks good . . . it should - it's new.

Don't just go by their prices, they tend to be a bit high. Teak is already
expensive, without adding dollars for simple operations. A flat plank,
decent router and carbide bit . . . and 'Bob's your uncle !!'.

There has GOT to be a supplier near you - in Southern California. Even if
you have to get it from Port Townsend {WA}, it would be cheaper than a
coast-to-coast shipment.

Regards & Good Luck,
Ron Magen
Backyard Boatshop

"mike worrall" <mike.e.worrall DeleteThis @abc.com> wrote in message
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 >
 > Given that the cost of the raw material, i.e. 1/2" X 1 7/8" vertical
 > grain, rabbetted teak decking planks is about $15 sq / ft (see:
 > <a style='text-decoration: underline;' href="http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/" target="_blank">http://www.sjlumbermans.com/products/</a> [for example]), I think I'll do
 > the work myself...
 >
 > Mike Worrall
 > Los Angeles
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