[daydreamer92]

Yeah, it is. But it's short.

I learned something today, so am sharing for any other wood noobs here.

I noticed that those locker covers (isn't the lazarette the cover on the stern/transom? Anyhoo...) that were a nice golden color on the top had darkened. A lot. I expected some darkening, but some parts are now almost black.

Curious. So I did a little bit of researching. I found that the black areas are likely caused by moisture hiding within the wood. When I oiled it, the spots darkened right up.

I don't think this is a big deal 'cause the oil won't last a long time anyway and I can start anew. For now I will just set them in the sun and let nature do as it will. But now I know that any moisture in the wood will thwart beautifying plans. So next time, I'll have to make extra extra sure it's dry. Amazon's (the teak people) have a product they say will draw any residual moisture out so you don't get those spots. I'm sure there must be other products that do that. As would lying in the sun and air for longer than I let them, I guess.