Teak is a durable and unique hardwood which is highly resistant to corrosion or swelling and it’s considered almost impermeable to effect of rain, sun, snow or frost. In its innate state, teak is of attractive silver grey color and it requires either little or almost no care. You do not have to oil, lacquer or paint this wood to keep it in a healthy state or to maintain its durability. Treating teak wood furniture is only recommended in case a golden yellow color of teak wood is preferred.
Teak garden furniture contains rich quality protective oil by nature that makes it last for many years. Teak garden furniture does not require any preservative as a shield to protect it from harmful elements. If left outside in open, natural teak wood furniture will turn light silver gray over a period of time. This graying is subjected only over the surface layer and can be removed by using poly-bristle brush that is used to scrub along with soapy water. In case you want to maintain a rich honey color of teak garden furniture, you should simply apply a bit of teak oil at least 2-3 times in a year so that it can restore its luster. This will help in maintaining the natural tone of your teak wood garden furniture and protect it from weathering to a color that is soft gray in looks. continue reading…
