Teak Furniture

Teak is tropical species of hardwood with high levels of rubber and oil content making it highly resistant to insects, bacteria (mold/mildew), and water/humidity penetration. It is a beautiful, natural product that historically has been used for marine applications, such as building ships, due to its highly resilient nature. It is one of the gold standards of outdoor materials.

Upon receiving your new teak furniture, we highly recommend wiping down the frames with a damp cloth to remove any dust resulting from the shipment of your order.

Because teak wood is a natural product each piece will have a unique and varied
appearance. Aging will vary based on climate and exposure, but over a period of roughly 8-12 months teak wood will age to a natural silver-gray color (patina). This is a purely aesthetic quality and has no impact on the longevity or integrity of the furniture. Should you want to maintain the beautiful, new look of your teak furniture, please see our Care and Maintenance recommendations below:

1.    Use of Furniture

• Never place hot dishes directly on to the wood as they will mark the surface. Wipe up spills immediately as the oiled surface is more susceptible to stains than a lacquered finish and the wood will absorb moisture causing the grain to rise slightly.
• Take care when moving furniture and never drag pieces as this will cause damage to the joints.

2.    Cleaning and Maintenance

• To maintain teak furnishings, use a soft bristled utility brush and stroke lightly in the direction of the arain to remove surface dust. For more stubborn dirt, the wood may be cleaned with a mild solution of laundry detergent or dish washing soap, then rinsed thoroughly and allowed to dry completely. Avoid the use of harsh cleaners and abrasives.
• If you wish to maintain the original color of the teak, you can apply a teak oil or sealer. Teak oils provide some UV protection; however it requires periodic refinish applications - once or twice per year depending on the amount of exposure to the sun. After sealing (covering) the furniture, bringing it indoors is still recommended during inclement weather or when not in use.
• The furniture will still turn gray over time which is normal. If you have a need to take gray untreated teak away and bring it back to its original color, a little sanding (with 240 grit sandpaper) will help. Once it is sanded smoothly, it leaves a little delicate grey to make semi rustic looking. And then reapply teak oil or just leave it as it is.

3.    Storage and Long-Term Care

• If you want to store your furniture over the winter, it is recommended to store it in a garden shed, garage or basement. However do not move teak furniture from the garden straight into a heated room for storage, as the sharp change in temperature and humidity may cause the wood to split. Make sure furniture is completely dry before storage.
• Do not cover the wood with plastic, this can cause moldy. Cover furniture with outdoor covers (sold separately) when left outdoors during inclement weather or when not in use.
• Store cushions separately from furniture to prevent potential wet and deformation of cushions. After long use and/or if the wood gets dry, it can be necessary to re-tighten the screws (with moderate strength).
• Please use proper tools to re-tighten the screws. The stain and discolor should be almost prevented if customer follow the process to regularly maintain furniture.