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14 March, 2023
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Rowan Grey
AN INTRODUCTION TO TEAK GARDEN FURNITURE
Teak garden furniture is a popular choice for outdoor spaces. This classic wood has many advantages that make it an excellent material for outdoor furniture. Our introduction to teak garden furniture explains the benefits of teak, why it's a great choice for garden furniture, and how to care for it properly.
If you're new to teak and wondering if it's the right wood for your garden furniture, these advantages can help you decide:
4 Advantages of Teak Garden Furniture;
1. Weather Resistance - This wood is naturally weather-resistant, making it perfect for outdoor living!
2. Easy to Clean - Because of its durability, teak garden furniture is also very easy to clean. You'll learn exactly how to clean your teak furniture later in this article.
3. Low Maintenance - Although teak will change color when exposed to sunlight, it doesn't require any additional treatments and can last a very long time with minimal care.
4. Sustainable - Teak garden furniture is made from an environmentally friendly material and is therefore sustainable. In many forests, a new tree is planted every time a piece of furniture is used.
If you're new to teak and wondering if it's the right wood for your garden furniture, these advantages can help you decide:
4 Advantages of Teak Garden Furniture;
1. Weather Resistance - This wood is naturally weather-resistant, making it perfect for outdoor living!
2. Easy to Clean - Because of its durability, teak garden furniture is also very easy to clean. You'll learn exactly how to clean your teak furniture later in this article.
3. Low Maintenance - Although teak will change color when exposed to sunlight, it doesn't require any additional treatments and can last a very long time with minimal care.
4. Sustainable - Teak garden furniture is made from an environmentally friendly material and is therefore sustainable. In many forests, a new tree is planted every time a piece of furniture is used.
What is teak wood and why is it used for garden furniture?
Teak wood is a hardwood tree native to Southeast Asia. Because of its high oil content, which makes it resistant to rot and warping, it is often used to make teak garden furniture – even for outdoor use. Its resistance to outdoor weathering makes it a perfect material for garden furniture.
When first used, teak garden furniture has a golden-brown color, which fades to a natural gray over time due to the sun's UV rays. Depending on your preference, you can wait for the natural graying process or delay it with a protective treatment. Our guide to cleaning teak garden furniture will show you exactly how to do this to keep your outdoor teak furniture in top condition. It also covers
how often you should clean outdoor teak furniture.
Teak wood is a hardwood tree native to Southeast Asia. Because of its high oil content, which makes it resistant to rot and warping, it is often used to make teak garden furniture – even for outdoor use. Its resistance to outdoor weathering makes it a perfect material for garden furniture.
When first used, teak garden furniture has a golden-brown color, which fades to a natural gray over time due to the sun's UV rays. Depending on your preference, you can wait for the natural graying process or delay it with a protective treatment. Our guide to cleaning teak garden furniture will show you exactly how to do this to keep your outdoor teak furniture in top condition. It also covers
how often you should clean outdoor teak furniture.
How often you need to clean your teak garden furniture depends on where you store it. However, as a general rule, teak should be cleaned about twice a year – once in the spring and once in the fall.
Simple steps to cleaning teak garden furniture:
Knowing how to clean teak garden furniture will make your patio look amazing! Here are 6 simple steps to give your teak furniture the care it needs:
1. Start by brushing your bench, chairs, or table with a stiff brush to remove moss, lichen, and loose dirt.
2. Soak your furniture with a garden hose.
3. Apply teak cleaner to the garden furniture with a sponge. For your own safety, wear rubber gloves and safety glasses.
Let the teak cleaner soak in for 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Use a scouring pad to remove the dirt – keep the pad damp.
5. Rinse off the cleaner and let it dry.
6. After drying, you can enjoy your freshly cleaned teak garden furniture by inviting friends over for a barbecue!
Simple steps to cleaning teak garden furniture:
Knowing how to clean teak garden furniture will make your patio look amazing! Here are 6 simple steps to give your teak furniture the care it needs:
1. Start by brushing your bench, chairs, or table with a stiff brush to remove moss, lichen, and loose dirt.
2. Soak your furniture with a garden hose.
3. Apply teak cleaner to the garden furniture with a sponge. For your own safety, wear rubber gloves and safety glasses.
Let the teak cleaner soak in for 4 to 5 minutes.
4. Use a scouring pad to remove the dirt – keep the pad damp.
5. Rinse off the cleaner and let it dry.
6. After drying, you can enjoy your freshly cleaned teak garden furniture by inviting friends over for a barbecue!
A common misconception is that teak garden furniture needs to be oiled after cleaning. This is not the case. Teak has its own natural oils, and teak furniture oil could do more harm than good.
Protecting and restoring the color of teak garden furniture:
While many love the silvery hues of aged teak, many prefer the honey tones it displays when brand new. With the right protective measures, you can ensure your teak garden furniture looks like new!
Make sure your teak garden furniture is clean and dust-free. Simply use a brush and soapy water to clean it and let it dry.
Protect your patio with a drop cloth.
Shake the teak color protectant for one minute.
Apply the protectant to a cloth and massage it into the surface of your teak furniture.
Protecting and restoring the color of teak garden furniture:
While many love the silvery hues of aged teak, many prefer the honey tones it displays when brand new. With the right protective measures, you can ensure your teak garden furniture looks like new!
Make sure your teak garden furniture is clean and dust-free. Simply use a brush and soapy water to clean it and let it dry.
Protect your patio with a drop cloth.
Shake the teak color protectant for one minute.
Apply the protectant to a cloth and massage it into the surface of your teak furniture.
In warm weather, allow to dry for 30-40 minutes.
Apply a second thin coat and let it dry.
Your furniture should now have its beautiful honey-brown hue again!
Depending on the weather, you may need to reapply the finish every year or so – in these cases, you should only need to apply one coat.
While teak is weather-resistant, if you want to give it extra protection from harsh winters or sunny days, you can use a cover for the garden furniture when it's not in use.
Note: New teak doesn't need a finish, as this could cause the furniture to turn orange.
Cleaning up spilled food and drinks on teak garden furniture:
Teak garden furniture is meant to be enjoyed, whether on a hot summer day or a warm winter evening with the heater on. However, during social gatherings, spills are common, be it your children's colorful pumpkin or a glass of red wine. You can easily clean teak garden furniture after such spills.
Simply dab the area with kitchen paper or a cloth, absorbing as much liquid as possible. You can also clean it with soapy water and a sponge. If a stain remains, you can lightly sand the area to remove it.
What you shouldn't do when cleaning your teak garden furniture:
Never use a pressure washer or washing machine to clean teak garden furniture. The power of these devices can damage your garden bench, erode the wood grain, leave a rough surface, and even drive out the wood's natural protective oils.
We are pleased to announce our new range of teak garden furniture, which will be available soon. Sign up for our emails or follow us on social media to be the first to know when it's in stock.
Apply a second thin coat and let it dry.
Your furniture should now have its beautiful honey-brown hue again!
Depending on the weather, you may need to reapply the finish every year or so – in these cases, you should only need to apply one coat.
While teak is weather-resistant, if you want to give it extra protection from harsh winters or sunny days, you can use a cover for the garden furniture when it's not in use.
Note: New teak doesn't need a finish, as this could cause the furniture to turn orange.
Cleaning up spilled food and drinks on teak garden furniture:
Teak garden furniture is meant to be enjoyed, whether on a hot summer day or a warm winter evening with the heater on. However, during social gatherings, spills are common, be it your children's colorful pumpkin or a glass of red wine. You can easily clean teak garden furniture after such spills.
Simply dab the area with kitchen paper or a cloth, absorbing as much liquid as possible. You can also clean it with soapy water and a sponge. If a stain remains, you can lightly sand the area to remove it.
What you shouldn't do when cleaning your teak garden furniture:
Never use a pressure washer or washing machine to clean teak garden furniture. The power of these devices can damage your garden bench, erode the wood grain, leave a rough surface, and even drive out the wood's natural protective oils.
We are pleased to announce our new range of teak garden furniture, which will be available soon. Sign up for our emails or follow us on social media to be the first to know when it's in stock.
