Care of Your Teak Wood Products

Good quality Teak is a naturally durable timber that needs no protection to enable it to withstand the rigors of outdoor use. It is often called the 'King' of woods and is without doubt the premier timber for use in outdoor furniture. During the winter months it can be left outdoors without coming to harm, or you can store it in the garage or shed if you have the space.

If you want to store your Teak furniture in a heated area such as a heated conservatory, then care should be taken when it is first brought inside to give the Teak wood time to acclimatize to its new environment. It can be useful to store a small bowl of water in a discreet place to keep the humidity up and prevent the timber drying too quickly.

We normally supply our Teak Garden Furniture either in its natural fine sanded state or with Teak Oil applied. Other finishes are available to order. Please contact us for further details.

If left in its natural state Teak will gradually weather over its first season or two to an attractive silver grey colour. Once it has achieved this state it will retain it for many, many years. Alternatively the wood can be given an application of Teak Oil. Initially this oiling will darken the natural colour and will help to stabilize this darker colour against the effects of weathering, but it will be necessary to re-apply the Teak Oil treatment every year or two, or according to its condition and your preference. When oiling your furniture please follow the Oil manufacturer’s recommendations carefully.

You may notice that some small checking (splits) will appear on the wood - especially on end grain areas. These small splits are a natural reaction by the timber to the seasonal changes in its moisture content. Because of the natural strength of Teak compared to other hardwoods, it is very unlikely that they will affect the structural integrity of your furniture and should not be considered a guarantee defect.

If you want to clean your Teak Furniture you can use mild soapy water and a stiff brush. There are proprietary Teak cleaning solutions on the market which should be used in accordance with the Manufacturers instructions. Deeper or more stubborn stains can be removed by sanding the affected area. We find that using 'Wet-or-Dry' abrasive papers are most efficient (they should be used dry). Depending on the nature of the stain you may need to start with a coarser grade of abrasive paper - perhaps 120 grade and work through 180 and 240 grades finishing with 320. Ultimately if you are in any doubt please contact us on 01952 612200 and we will be happy to offer advice.