In my frustrated search for the product requiring the least maintenance, I tried several commercially packaged teak oils on the market. At least here in Florida, I think it may be too hot for successful oil applications. The heat tends to make the oil weep and the sure footedness that one enjoys with teak is all but compromised. Twice I've had major spills of used motor oil that soaked into my natural teak veranda sole for weeks while away from the boat. In both cases, the oil stains weeped out over about 8 to 10 months and it was again clean. Now, after having scraped and sanded everything, I'm getting ready to do the Cetol treatment on my rail cap, steps and trim. For the veranda sole, I'm going to try sealer only. It doesn't require the labor that varnish or Cetol requires, but will probably require a light power-wash and reseal twice per year.