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Teak Patio Furniture Use And Care
Owners of
Teakwood patio furniture, however, don’t waste time stress over this problem as
they use their furniture year around.
As cold weather approached, many homeowners face
the dilemma as what to do with their patio furniture. Many try weatherproofing,
while others rearrange their basements or garages to make room for their patio
furniture. Owners of Teakwood patio furniture, however, don’t waste time stress
over this problem as they use their furniture year around. Perhaps they enjoy a
morning cup of coffee on a crisp autumn day, or enjoy a beautiful evening sunset
while sitting on their teakwood chair.
For years, woven wicker furniture was the favorite for gardens and sunroom, and
then during the late 19th century, teakwood garden furniture began gaining
popularity. One reason for this is its beauty, since Teak weathers to a gorgeous
silvery gray color. Another reason is its durability.
Teakwood grows in Burma and Indonesia, where the weather is hot, humid, and wet.
Teakwood is possible the hardest hardwood, and is resistant to wind damage,
pests, sun damage, and humidity and water-resistant. In addition, Teak is so
durable it does not splinter, which is one reason why the British Navy
constructed their warships out of teak during the 1700’s and 1800’s. Teakwood
has been used for centuries, in shipbuilding, furniture manufacturing, and in
the construction of homes.
Teakwood changes color with age, new teakwood varies in color from light to dark
brown, and as it ages over time it turns light silver gray. You will begin to
see the first gray streaks after your teak furniture has been in the weather for
about three to four months. However, this will also depend upon the various
climate conditions in your area. An example of this would be if the area where
you live has cold nights and hot sunny days, your teak furniture will turn gray
faster, than if you live in an area where the temperatures are more constant
during both day and night. In most instances, natural teak will become
completely gray in about a year or two.
In order to preserve this beautiful shade of gray, it is strongly suggested that
you wash your teak furniture at least once a year with a mild detergent and
water. Whenever I’m watering my outdoor plants, I wash down our teak furniture
to remove the dust and pollen that has accumulated, using the same pressure as I
do with my plants.
Over time, you may notice small cracks developing in your teak furniture.
Because teakwood has a naturally high content of wood oils, it is not necessary
to treat teakwood with any type of wood sprays, oils, or preservative. However,
if you do use teakwood oil it will create a pretty surface sheen. If you do
decide to use teakwood oil, make sure that your teakwood furniture is clean and
dry before treating. You do not want to trap any water under the coat of oil.
Untreated Teak patio furniture will develop stains from food or drinks if
spilled however the sun will naturally fade these marks.
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