Photos showing the DIY process on Searcher (now We'll Sea), from removing old teak to fitting and installing Treadmaster and cork decking, capture the hands-on work and careful craftsmanship involved.

How does faux teak stack up to real wood? Well, it promises half the cost, near-zero maintenance and minimal downtime. Faux teak is rapidly replacing the real deal for helm pods, toe rails, bulkheads ...