Teak Patio Furniture

Teak patio furniture gives an outdoor room the luxury appearance of exotic wood at a lesser cost. It can also be built without damaging endangered old growth forests. Low maintenance is another decided advantage of purchasing teak patio furniture.

The beauty of true hardwood brings a look to a patio that aluminum and wrought iron simply don’t. Only four countries in the world have natural growth teak forests: India, Laos, Thailand and Burma. However, other countries such as Indonesia grow teak in commercial plantations. Not only do these plantations lower the cost of teak, they also provide for teak reforestation.

Not all teak patio furniture is created equal. There are several standards which the wood should meet in order for teak patio furniture to be both high quality and long lasting. The best teak patio furniture is manufactured from 100% Grade A teak. It must also be kiln dried. Teak patio furniture made from wood that was dried in the sun or by air will not be as durable as kiln dried teak. Improperly prepared teak wood may suffer from cracking or warping. When inspecting the wood, teak that is white or has knot holes may be of an inferior grade which was harvested prematurely and dried incorrectly. Even if made from superior wood, teak patio furniture may suffer from poor manufacturing; look for solid joints with heavy hardware designed for the thick and heavy boards which are characteristic of fine teak craftsmanship. Also be wary of products which may be advertised as teak patio furniture but actually are only partially constructed of teak or use teak veneers over other lesser woods.

Once teak patio furniture has been delivered to its new outdoor home, cleaning and maintenance are much easier than they are for other exotic woods. Teak due to its high proportion of rubber and oil naturally repels water making it less susceptible to rotting. Teak patio furniture also resists infestation by insects. The natural beauty of teak patio furniture will only be enhanced by time. Over the course of a season, teak will turn from its original color to a lovely burnished grey. The only care required for normal use is a regular quick cleaning with a soft bristled brush. Be sure to move the brush in the direction of the wood grain. Significant stains can generally be removed with mild soapy water. People who like a less weathered look to their teak patio furniture may consider rubbing it with teak oil or other commercial products specifically recommended for teak wood.

Homeowners who want their patios to have the rich look of hardwood would do well to consider teak patio furniture. Its cost compares favorably to other distinctive woods and it will last for many seasons with minimal care. Teak patio furniture is also produced without decimating old growth exotic wood forests meaning its owners can sit in it and enjoy the setting sun without guilt.

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