Cleaning, Polishing & Teak Care

Our Cleaning, Polishing & Teak Care range covers everything for keeping a hull, deck and timber brightwork looking its best: hull cleaners and polishes, gelcoat restorers, and teak cleaners and oils for timber decking and trim, chosen to work against Irish salt spray and algae growth.

Hull cleaner and polish are two different steps: a cleaner lifts grime, salt film and light staining, while a polish (often a wax or sealant) restores shine and adds a protective layer that makes the next clean easier. For chalky, oxidised gelcoat, a dedicated gelcoat restorer with a light cutting compound brings back colour and gloss that a standard polish alone won’t fix. Teak decking needs its own products rather than general hull cleaner – a teak cleaner lifts grey, weathered timber back to its natural colour without scouring away the soft grain, and teak oil (used sparingly) enriches colour short-term, though many owners now prefer to let teak weather naturally or seal it rather than oil it repeatedly.

Whatever you’re cleaning, test on a small area first and rinse thoroughly – product left to dry on gelcoat or teak can leave its own residue.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the difference between a hull cleaner and a hull polish?

A cleaner lifts dirt, salt film and staining; a polish (often a wax or sealant) restores shine afterwards and adds a protective layer that makes the next clean easier.

Should I oil my teak deck?

It’s optional – oil enriches colour short-term but needs reapplying often; many owners instead let teak weather to a natural silver-grey or use a dedicated teak sealer for longer-lasting protection.

How do I remove oxidation from chalky gelcoat?

Use a dedicated gelcoat restorer with a light cutting compound rather than a standard polish – it removes the oxidised top layer to bring back colour and gloss.