I keep my E32s on a mooring buoy year-round. Often during winter, I'll tie it by the stern so it's steadier against the wind. Tied like this, the mooring lines pull downward & towards center and have worn ruts in the teak taffrail (red arrow).
After refinishing the teak, I'll likely install SS rub strakes to prevent further chafing. I really only need protection on the inboard side of the cleats where I tie the mooring lines (yellow dashes).

Do boats on docks have similar chafing issues on the taffrail? If so, perhaps I should use a longer rub strake to protect both sides of the cleat? I just want to minimize the addition of shiny "bling" to the stern.
After refinishing the teak, I'll likely install SS rub strakes to prevent further chafing. I really only need protection on the inboard side of the cleats where I tie the mooring lines (yellow dashes).

Do boats on docks have similar chafing issues on the taffrail? If so, perhaps I should use a longer rub strake to protect both sides of the cleat? I just want to minimize the addition of shiny "bling" to the stern.