It keeps the splendid golden appearance without having to wash the teak every day with fresh water. By applying this silicon based product, you seal the pores of the wood, preventing the penetration of the dust and dirt that darken it, and also protecting the natural teak oils against the ultraviolet rays that oxidise and discolour them. The dressing also prevents liquids such as diesel, oil, fish blood, and paints from penetrating the wood, making subsequent cleaning easier. They don’t smell, don’t become shiny or slippery, don’t stick, dry rapidly and do not make or build up the surface.