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How to Compare Teak and Composite Decking

March 8, 2021

Teakdecking Systems (TDS) offers legally sourced superyacht-quality Southeast Asian teak and high-end polyurethane composite decking. Boat owners often ask us how to compare teak and composite decking....

How to use FFE-200 Marine Epoxy for Fairing

February 19, 2021

Teakdecking Systems’ FFE-200 Marine Epoxy is well-known for securely bonding modular teak decking systems to large and small vessels. The product’s secondary purpose – fairing – is a secret worth discovering....

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How to Extend the Life of Teak Decking

January 18, 2021

Extend the life of teak decking and protect your investment with regular cleaning, maintenance, and repairs. The ultimate decking choice is teak because of its durability, anti-slip properties, rot...

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How To Properly Prepare & Re-Caulk a Teak Deck Seam Part 1 of 2

December 14, 2020

Teakdecking Systems (TDS) Acquires Teak Solutions SL to Expand Operations in Europe

November 12, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – November 12, 2020 (Sarasota, Florida) Teakdecking Systems Inc., the premier manufacturer and installer of pre-manufactured teak and composite decking, announced today that...

What is the Caulk Yield for Teak Deck Caulking?

September 29, 2020

Our product specialists hear this question about caulk yield multiple times each business day: “How many cartridges of caulking should I buy? “ This question about our high-performance...

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Application Techniques for Gray & White Caulking

August 26, 2020

Modern Sailing Deck with Gray Caulking Gray and white caulking for boat decks is growing in popularity, and we address the additional considerations for the installation and maintenance of these...

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How to Recaulk Seams

July 13, 2020

“I’d rather burn my boat to the waterline before I recaulk seams again,” a boat owner said to our Sales Manager at a recent boat show. Then the boat owner laughed and said, “Of course, my family...

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Teakdecking Systems (TDS) Hires New Director of Engineering and Design – Michael Hartline

July 6, 2020

(Sarasota, Florida) Teakdecking Systems is growing its Engineering and Design capabilities by hiring a new Director of Engineering and Design, Michael Hartline. He is an accomplished naval architect...

How to Inspect Teak Deck Caulking & Seams

May 13, 2020

Teak deck caulking and seam condition is a critical indicator of a boat deck’s quality. Inspecting the caulking and seams can determine the overall deck condition, teak deck thickness, and remaining...