The teak outdoor furniture have become one of the best choices for garden furniture. Thanks to the material, which in addition to being very beautiful is also resistant, durable and does not fear bad weather. Here then everything you need to know before proceeding with the purchase.
Prices
Teak outdoor furniture is quite expensive, given the quality of the material. They are therefore more recommended for those with a fixed residence or for those who do not often change residence. Also for those who love often renovate the garden or change the appearance of the terrace, the teak furnishings they are perhaps not the best solution.
Eco-sustainable teak
Unfortunately, the growing demand for teak patio furniture has resulted in intense deforestation in South Asia and Southeast Asia. Of course, not all teak is of questionable provenance. For this reason, it is important to check every time that the FSC certified, which guarantees that the plantation has complied with all the criteria imposed by the Forest Stewardship Council, including the maintenance or restoration of the ecosystem and respect for indigenous peoples.
Wear over time
All the teak outdoor furniture, over time, they acquire a gray patina, a consequence of exposure to atmospheric agents. For those who like furniture with a lived-in look, this variant will not create any discomfort but those who want to maintain and preserve the original appearance will have to apply a waterproofing treatment, which will delay this natural process.
Cleaning
Teak outdoor furniture requires annual cleaning to remove dust, stains and dirt. If you happen to stain a piece of furniture with wine or a fatty condiment, such as oil or butter, we recommend that you clean it promptly with a special teak cleaner. If the stain does not disappear or in the case of a bad scratch, it may be necessary to sand the affected area. Once a year, it may be necessary to apply an oil finish on the teak surfaces. However it must be remembered that this treatment could favor the formation of mold; before proceeding it is therefore necessary to consider the location of the furniture: if exposed in full sun, the oil finish will be perfect, if placed in a shady place it will not be necessary.
The teak outdoor furniture have become one of the best choices for garden furniture. Thanks to the material, which in addition to being very beautiful is also resistant, durable and does not fear bad weather. Here then everything you need to know before proceeding with the purchase.
Prices
Teak outdoor furniture is quite expensive, given the quality of the material. They are therefore more recommended for those with a fixed residence or for those who do not often change residence. Also for those who love often renovate the garden or change the appearance of the terrace, the teak furnishings they are perhaps not the best solution.
Eco-sustainable teak
Unfortunately, the growing demand for teak patio furniture has resulted in intense deforestation in South Asia and Southeast Asia. Of course, not all teak is of questionable provenance. For this reason, it is important to check every time that the FSC certified, which guarantees that the plantation has complied with all the criteria imposed by the Forest Stewardship Council, including the maintenance or restoration of the ecosystem and respect for indigenous peoples.
Wear over time
All the teak outdoor furniture, over time, they acquire a gray patina, a consequence of exposure to atmospheric agents. For those who like furniture with a lived-in look, this variant will not create any discomfort but those who want to maintain and preserve the original appearance will have to apply a waterproofing treatment, which will delay this natural process.
Cleaning
Teak outdoor furniture requires annual cleaning to remove dust, stains and dirt. If you happen to stain a piece of furniture with wine or a fatty condiment, such as oil or butter, we recommend that you clean it promptly with a special teak cleaner. If the stain does not disappear or in the case of a bad scratch, it may be necessary to sand the affected area. Once a year, it may be necessary to apply an oil finish on the teak surfaces. However it must be remembered that this treatment could favor the formation of mold; before proceeding it is therefore necessary to consider the location of the furniture: if exposed in full sun, the oil finish will be perfect, if placed in a shady place it will not be necessary.
