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General Com-Pac and Sailing Related Discussions => Boat and Hardware Modification => Topic started by: Razor on December 06, 2014, 10:01:48 AM

Title: How to remove teak oil on fiberglass?
Post by: Razor on December 06, 2014, 10:01:48 AM
Many months ago, I applied Star Brite Premium Teak Oil to woodwork outside my Compac 19. Even though I taped off the woodwork, I applied the product too liberally, it ran and got onto the surrounding fiberglass. Any ideas on how to remove it. I have tried many household cleaners including bleach and toilet bowl cleaner. I have even tried pressure washing but to no avail. I keep the boat under a shelter so it does not have the elements working on it (sun, rain, uv).

(http://i644.photobucket.com/albums/uu162/gillette_family/Teak.jpg)

Any ideas for removal would be appreciated.
Title: Re: How to remove teak oil on fiberglass?
Post by: Craig on December 07, 2014, 07:48:37 AM
Try some hydrocarbon based solvents(paint thinner,lamp oil,etc)acetone will probably take it off but be cautious, it can attack gel coat.
Title: Re: How to remove teak oil on fiberglass?
Post by: Salty19 on December 08, 2014, 02:03:54 PM
I moved this post out of the DIY area.  That area is reserved for detailed 'show and tell" DIY projects, not Q&A.

Dawn dishwashing soap and a magic eraser should take care of the stain.    If not, try acetone.
Title: Re: How to remove teak oil on fiberglass?
Post by: DougN on December 08, 2014, 04:27:16 PM
I had the same problem.Tried everything until I remembered I had some Interlux 202 fiberglass cleaner.Took it right off and it won't harm the gelcoat.It also melted the soles on my flip-flops so be careful.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        DougN