How To Look After Your Teak Furniture
Napton Teaks
Teak, a tropical hardwood found mainly in Southeast Asia, is
extremely popular both for its natural beauty and its ease of
maintenance. It is a naturally oily and very dense wood, making
it highly weather resistant and, therefore, perfect for outdoor
furniture.
With just a little care and attention you will extend the life
of your teak furniture ten-fold. Teak furniture can be washed with a
mild mixture of soap and water and it is recommended that a soft
utility brush be used to remove surface dirt and dust. The
furniture must be rinsed thoroughly after cleaning and be
allowed to dry completely.
It is not necessary to heavily scrub or polish teak furniture –
you should be able to clean a chair, for example, in half an
hour. Teak furniture does not require the application of wood
sprays, preservatives or oils as it is naturally high in oil
content. However, for some tastes, the slivery-grey colour that
teak furniture develops as it weathers, may be too rustic and
oil can be applied to create a full, rich surface sheen.
Here are some tips for applying teak furniture oil:
• Ensure the surface is clean and free from dust
• Use true teak oil
• You must apply teak oil before your patio furniture begins to
weather. If it has begun to weather, scrub your furniture with a
stiff bristled brush and soapy water. Rinse as you go then allow
the furniture to dry fully
• Your furniture must be completely dry, otherwise moisture
trapped within the wood may cause black mildew spots to appear
after oiling. Your furniture may take up to 48 hours to fully
dry out after a rain
• Follow the instructions on the teak oil packaging for
application. Generally, this would be to apply a light coating
with a clean, lint free rag or paint brush. One coat should be
sufficient
About The Author: Napton Teaks not only sell a wide range of
quality teak furniture at competitive prices, they are happy to
advise on what the best treatment for your teak might be. Visit
their website now by clicking on
http://www.naptonteaks.co.uk
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