2021-03-27
If you’re wondering what the latest trends in the world of outdoor furniture are, you’ll be sure to find natural materials to be top of the list. More notably teak is making an appearance in many luxury homes. Long lasting, practical yet beautiful, premium teak created lavish furniture that pairs well with any outdoor setting. kingarts offer environmentally friendly with their signature Indonesian A grade Teak.
Teak Sealant Vs. Teak Oil The use of teak oil is not recommended as teak produces its own oil naturally. Teak oil is actually a mixture of linseed oil and solvents and is completely different to the natural oil that teak produces. When applied to teak, it gives it an attractive glow, however, it will fade after a few months. Teak oil depletes the teaks natural oil and it begins to rely on the external oil to be continuously applied. This also creates the perfect environment for moisture and fungus to build.
Using a teak sealant is recommended over teak oil as it preserves the natural hues of the teak and does not encourage moisture build up. It also only needs to be applied once a year making it a great minimal maintenance option.
Applying Teak Sealant To keep the teaks natural color an annual treatment is recommended.
Wash the teak furniture thoroughly with a dish soap and water solution with a soft bristle brush, going with the grain. Allow to dry in the sun for two weeks to open up the grain before moving to the next step. Spray with a teak sealant then rup the sealant into wood with a lint free cloth. Keep in mind that Teak Sealant will preserve the color that the teak has at the time of the sealer application. Applying sealer when the teak has its deep honey color, means that the teak will not age to the patina look. You can, however, apply the sealer after the teak has aged to preserve the desired antiquated look.
Removing Stains For most stains cleaning teak with a formulated cleaner such as the Harbour Teak Cleaner or even just a bit of unscented soap and water should work. Deeper stains however such as watermarks, wine or coffee may require a light sanding. You can also start with a coarser sandpaper and follow up with a fine grain sandpaper to leave a smooth finish.
Teak Care In The Winter
Teak furniture can be left outdoors uncovered all 12 months of the year, no matter where you live. If you choose to cover your teak furniture during winter, use a material that allows the wood to breathe. If you put your furniture away for the winter, do not store it in a heated room. The heat can dry out the wood and cause cracks. It is normal for teak wood to expand and contract with time and changes in weather. Some of the joints are not glued, like the slats in the back of chairs. From time to time you may need to tighten the fasteners.
As the wood ages, small checks or cracks may appear on the surface. This is normal and doesn’t affect the durability of the furniture.