Teak care

Outdoor teak furniture is beautiful, durable and practical. It can be exposed to the elements all year round, which is why it has been used for the decks of ships and boats throughout history. And you can be assured that your teak patio furniture will not crack (except under normal inspection), will not splinter and, with proper care, will retain its attractive and durable properties.

THE NATURAL AGING AND GRAYING OF TEAK FURNITURE OUTDOORS


New teak furniture is a honey/brown color, the natural state of teak. It can often look polished. The polished appearance comes from the oil naturally occurring in the wood. The oil on the surface evaporates after a few days outdoors. It is the oil beneath the surface that gives the wood its durability. If teak furniture is allowed to age naturally outdoors, it will turn a beautiful silvery gray color. This process takes about 6 to 12 months, depending on how much UV light and how much rain the teak is exposed to. This graying process does not affect the integrity of the teak in any way. The aged character of teak suits any type of garden environment. It is popular with many because it is natural and virtually maintenance free.
Teak wood is a natural material. Therefore, fine cracks may appear in the end grain of components and then disappear again as weather conditions change. Such fine cracks are normal, especially in heavier parts such as arms and legs. They do not affect the lifespan or durability of your outdoor teak furniture.

MAINTAINING THE ORIGINAL COLOR OF YOUR OUTDOOR TEAK FURNITURE


If you want to preserve the honey brown color of your outdoor teak furniture, a sealant is recommended. Teak sealants are usually solvent-based and have a viscosity similar to water; they contain protection against mold, UV light and moisture. If you want a color other than the natural one, a variety of shades are available. Sealants are easy to apply and usually need to be applied every 9 to 12 months. If you decide to seal, we recommend that you visit our online offers.

CLEANING TEAK FURNITURE
Teak requires very little maintenance other than occasional scrubbing. A mild soap solution or a diluted mixture of soap and water can be used to remove accumulated dirt. Rinse with clean water afterwards. To remove grease stains, a light rub with a degreasing agent is recommended. Here too, the surface should be rinsed with clean water.
If you remove the silver-grey patina and restore the original colour of the MIf you want to restore the furniture to its original condition, use a teak cleaner that you can purchase from us.
Teak is a durable wood that can be used for both indoor and outdoor furniture. Proper care is important to keep your teak furniture looking beautiful year after year. We recommend keeping your teak furniture clean and free of dirt. It is easy to wash it to prevent dirt build-up and to preserve your MWe like to compare the care of teak furniture to the care of your car when it is outside: if you keep it clean and well cared for, it will last longer.

 


How to clean your teak:

What you need
Brush with medium to soft bristles (sponge is also fine)
Water supply (garden hose works best)
A gentle Lsolution that does not attack the teak wood (we recommend our teak cleaner)
dry cloth
Gloves (optional)
The 10 easy steps to clean your teak furniture
Remove all upholstery and anything non-teak, including leaves and other debris.
Rinse the MRinse the piece of furniture thoroughly with a hose on medium setting. Do not use strong pressure as this will damage the wood.
Mix a small amount of the Lsolution with water in a bucket.
Dip the brush into the mixture and then gently begin scrubbing your Möbel.
Start with a small area to ensure that the Lsolution does not damage the teak wood.
Scrub with the grain, not against it.
Make sure to scrub carefully, even between the cracks and in the corners.
Brush thoroughly, but not too hard so as not to damage the wood.
After cleaning, rinse the Lsolution and let the wood dry.
Use a drying towel or let it dry in the sun.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Always make sure that Lsolution. Drying can take between 24 and 36 hours if allowed to dry naturally. Never use aggressive, sharp or two-component Sacid solutions as these can compromise the integrity of the teak furniture. Any type of finishing product for teak furniture, such as a sealant or a special coating, should be applied to clean, dry Mpieces of furniture.

HOW CAN I REMOVE RUST FROM MY GARDEN FURNITURE?

Cracks are perfectly normal in all types of wooden garden furniture, including teak. Some people don't mind a certain amount of cracking, others prefer it to be non-existent. If you belong to the latter group, you should wait at least three months for the Mfurniture before sealing the cracks. After three months, teak garden furniture is considered cured and no further cracks should appear. Now you can fix the cracks on your garden furniture.
You will need: outdoor PVA glue and 180 grit sandpaper (you can also use 120 grit sandpaper).
Apply a few drops of glue to your finger.
Apply the adhesive to the tested area.
Wipe off any excess glue. Ideally, it should only be left behind when checking.
Wait until the glue becomes slightly tacky (about 15 seconds).
Sand the affected area until the sanding powder no longer penetrates the grooves and seals them. Sand the wood in the direction of the grain.



If your teak garden furniture is already as weathered as this one in the photo, you will notice that when you sand it down it will return to its typical golden brown color. However, over time it will be bleached by the sun and the repair will become invisible.