Tierra Outdoor garden furniture from Teak wood
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Tierra Outdoor garden furniture from Teak wood
Teak wood is a natural material with a warm color that radiates coziness and luxury. Even when teak wood ages to a silver-gray color, it is still an elegant material that other garden furniture does not have to envy. Teak wood is characterized as an oily wood because of the resins and oils it contains. This makes it an ideal type of wood for garden furniture, as it is very resistant to weathering, mold and rot. Moreover, it is a strong type of wood that requires little maintenance and is also very durable.
The beautiful teak garden furniture is suitable for any garden. A complete garden set made of teak wood is very beautiful, but teak wood can also be combined with other materials. This can often be seen in the stylish combinations of a large, solid teak garden table with a pair of luxurious aluminum garden chairs.
To keep this beautiful teak furniture in optimal condition and enjoy it for years to come, teak requires some care and maintenance.
Teak garden furniture care and maintenance
It is a good idea to clean teak furniture at least once a year. This removes deposits and nourishes the teak wood. It is important that the wood is completely soaked.
After cleaning you can clean your teak furniture with a special teak cleaner. Use a brush or scouring pad to scrub in the direction of the grain, then rinse thoroughly with water. Green soap is a miracle product for maintaining teak furniture outdoors. With green soap foam it is very easy to clean your teak furniture, green soap removes grease stains and also provides an extra protective layer on the teak wood.
Natural graying or do you prefer the original color?
Teak wood is known for its weathering under the influence of light and oxygen. The wood then takes on a silver-gray color. This graying can occur a few weeks after purchasing your teak furniture.
This discoloration is appreciated by many, but some people prefer to keep the original color. This can be done by regularly cleaning the teak and treating the teak furniture with teak oil. It is best to start this immediately after purchasing the teak outdoor furniture.
Teak oil for garden furniture
If you want to treat your teak outdoor furniture with teak oil, first clean the furniture as described above. The teak must then be completely dry. This works best on a sunny day. If the wood is not dry, dark spots will appear after oiling. You can then apply the teak oil with a lint-free cloth. Rub the oil in the direction of the grain and don't forget the corners and crevices. Allow the oil to penetrate thoroughly and it will be dry after 4 to 8 hours.
You can repeat this treatment with teak oil for better protection against weathering and graying. To protect your eyes and skin, you can wear safety glasses and protective gloves. It is also a good idea to place a tarpaulin under the garden furniture to prevent the teak oil from escaping.
Can teak be used outside?
Can teak be used outside? This question is often asked. We are happy to explain it to you. Because teak naturally contains resin and oils, it is an oily type of wood. This makes the wood weather-resistant and ideal for use in teak outdoor furniture. So it is no problem to leave teak furniture outside all year round. However, for a longer lifespan, it is best to store teak furniture indoors or under a shelter in autumn and winter, or when it rains for a long time. If that is not the case, teak furniture can simply remain where it is.
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