Furniture Care Guide: Caring for Teak Furniture & Accessories
The beauties of teak are nearly endless. Not only does it expertly withstand all weather conditions, but it patinas over time, turning a simple piece of furniture into a lifetime companion that grows and ages alongside you. But how do you keep teak in good enough condition to maintain its longevity? Showing teak furniture some love is nearly effortless. As the weather warms and patio furniture is once again set out, it is important to keep in mind the benefits and requirements of caring for teak furniture and accessories.
Why You Should Choose Teak Furniture
Brands like Skagerak and Skargaarden use teak for their outdoor furniture lines not only because of its natural beauty, but because teak has an organic durability and rot resistance.
From the time the tropical teak tree is three years old, oils in the wood start accumulating, making teak the perfect material for outdoor furniture. That oil keeps the wood weather-resistant and repels pests, including termites. Additionally, teak goes through very little processing once harvested, making it a completely natural material and helping you ban toxins from your home.
As long as teak is well taken care of it will last for a very long time, making it a sustainable choice for all your outdoor seating arrangement, and even indoor spaces. Teak furniture is easy to take care of and prone to gorgeous patinas that will make it an instant favorite as well as desirable heirloom piece.
How To Take Care of Teak Furniture
In the preparation of teak, the wood is first kiln dried to remove excess moisture that would shorten the life of the wood. It is mostly left to its own natural resources, using the inner oil, as mentioned above, to maintain the honey-rich coloring and soft expressions for which teak is best known.
After its minimal processing experience, teak is then crafted into pieces like the Skagerak Ballare Table and Cane Line Level Coffee Table.
With use and time, teak weathers into a beautiful silver-gray, creating a whole new depth of expression for your favorite furniture piece.
Though your teak should never be stained or painted, the original honied hue of your teak furniture can be maintained by routinely oiling the furniture with a Danish Oil. This special teak oil is a blend of linseed, rosewood, and tung oil. With just a little bit of Danish Oil, used regularly, you can preserve the beauty of your outdoor furniture for a lifetime.
Steps to Caring for Teak
1) Clean your furniture.
Simply use a damp rag or light hose spray to remove any dirt and grime from the surface. If there is more grime, use a soft brush along with water to remove it.
2) Let dry.
Once you've cleaned your, be sure to let it dry thoroughly. Sit your teak furniture out in the sun to thoroughly dry before oiling.
3) Oil.
Using a clean rag, massage a generous amount of oil into every part of the teak wood. Let it absorb and dry.
4) Repeat the process.
Once the first round of oil is absorbed, repeat the oiling process. Using the same rag, massage another generous amount of oil into the teak and let it dry.
5) Final step.
To finish the process, simply wipe the surface of the wood with a clean cloth to remove excess oil as needed.
