Answers to frequently asked questions (FAQ)

We offer our vacuum-bonded teak decks at a fixed price. Depending on the project size and deck thickness, a teak deck costs approx. 1150 € - 1500 € net per square meter. This price includes the finished teak deck including all materials, measurement, layout, manufacturing and vacuum bonding. Not included in the price are possible demolition of the old teak deck, preparation of the boat' superstructure, disassembly and assembly of the deck equipment as well as travel and accommodation costs. You will find out the exact composition of the costs in an individual offer.

Burma teak from Myanmar has been sanctioned since the military coup in 2021 and can no longer be imported into the EU. We still have a stock of Burma teak that we purchased and stored before the import restrictions. Therefore, we can currently still offer teak decks made from genuine Burma teak. This naturally and slowly grown wood is characterized by its hardness, durability and long life. We do not use plantation teak or synthetics for our decks. The life expectancy of our Burma teak decks compared to plantation teak decks is approximately twice as long.

Since wooden decks made in modern construction methods are the noblest and best product for yachts, we are simultaneously researching alternative woods and sustainable solutions in order to be able to offer real wooden decks in the long term.

We manufacture our teak decks in 8mm or 10mm thickness as standard, thinner or thicker upon customer request. Our teak decks are not screwed, but vacuum-bonded to the yacht. By eliminating the need for rebates and screws and due to our construction method with continuous seams, the entire thickness of the deck can be used. Our 10 mm thick teak deck therefore has a wear layer just as thick as a screwed 16 mm thick teak deck. Other advantages are longer life, absolutely waterproof decks and weight savings.

A teak deck of 10 mm thickness weighs about 8 kg/m².

A teak deck in 8 mm thickness has, depending on the care it receives, a service life of about 20 years, in 10 mm thickness about 25 years. Experience shows that teak decks can even live up to 50 years.

Except for visual purposes, it is not necessary to oil a teak deck. Teak wood is naturally very oily and robust. The silver-gray patina that forms from exposure to sunlight and rain naturally protects the wood. 

We recommend cleaning the teak deck regularly with fresh water and lightly sanding it every 4 - 5 years, so that the golden color reappears only slightly in some places. We recommend sanding with an orbital sander with grit 80 or 100. The joint compound we use does not stain and can be sanded along without any problems.

Spot dirt and stains can be removed with a sanding fleece (e.g. Scotch-Brite or with the rough side of a pot sponge) and some fresh water, by hand in circular movements or across the grain. Please never scrub your teak deck along the grain with a brush, this will cause washout and grooving of the wood.

An annual application of algae protection is recommended if you are traveling in colder and wetter areas such as the Baltic Sea or the North Sea. For this purpose we recommend e.g. Boracol.

Since we install our teak decks by vacuum bonding, they are absolutely maintenance-free - you will never have to change plugs, drill out screws or mill joints deeper.

Important criteria are the age, construction and overall condition of the teak deck. Unfortunately, it is hardly possible to make a remote diagnosis about a teak deck. Especially with older and screwed teak decks, it is often impossible to tell from pictures alone whether it is still in good condition or whether moisture may have already collected in the deck structure underneath. Since these are often case-by-case decisions, we recommend that you seek expert advice and have the condition of your deck professionally assessed.

Production of a teak deck for a 60 ft yacht takes approximately 4 weeks. The installation on board then takes approx. 1 - 2 weeks, incl. demolition of the old deck approx. 2 weeks.

Preferably, yes. For the bonding it is important to install the teak deck in not too much heat, cold or humidity. In the best case, you or we together can find a shipyard hall where we can accommodate your boat for the short assembly period and install your new teak deck there. If this is not possible, we will consult with marinas in your area to see if installation on the dock would be possible and can erect a tent made of PE shrink wrap on deck for protection against the weather during installation.

We have an assembly site in the south of France and a cooperation with a shipyard in Slovenia. If your boat is close by, we can offer you indoor space here.

Typically we manufacture teak decks for yachts between 40 - 100 ft. For smaller projects, we offer to send you premanufactured deck pieces for self-installation. You can learn more about this under "Teak Decking" > "Teak decks for self installation".

Our teak decks and wooden components for yachts are manufactured centrally in our production facility north of Berlin and then installed throughout Europe. In order to take a digital, millimeter-precise measurement of the yacht, we first come on board with a digital measuring device for a few hours. Then we produce the complete teak deck in our factory. For the subsequent installation, we travel to your boat with the finished teak deck and all the necessary tools for the installation, Europe-wide. From Norway to the Mediterranean to the Canary Islands, we install our teak decks on yachts in all European countries.