Teak
Care & Maintenance
 Teak
is a very dense hardwood that has an extremely high oil and
wax content. These traits make teak durable for outdoor use.
The wood is naturally resistant to rot or degradation caused
by fungal decay. Also, the wood cells prevent attack by termites
and other wood eating insects. Teak is easy to care for and
maintain. If left untreated, teak will weather to a silvery
gray color. This color change will not affect the durability
of the furniture, but many people prefer teak’s original
rich, golden color. If you want to maintain the golden color,
you can do so by cleaning and oiling your teak, approximately
every six months to a year.
We have listed below the teak
care products we offer for sale and how to use them.
 Teak Cleaner — Use This First
What it does: The cleaner removes dirt, mildew, stains and
grey weathering.
How to use it: Apply the product with a bristle brush or scrubber
pad. Rub in the direction of wood grain. Immediately rinse
the wood with fresh water.
Benefits: Does not require any hard rubbing and no neutralizers
or other chemicals needed.
Teak Brightener — Use This Second
What it does: The brightener enhances wood grain and natural
color.
How to use it: Apply with a sponge, cloth or brush in the
direction of the wood grain. Allow the application to soak
(about 5 minutes) in the wood and then rinse with water.
Benefits : This is a safe, one-step formula with a wipe-on,
wipe-off application.
Teak Oil — Use This Last
What it does: Teak oil protects the wood from weathering and
damaging sunlight.
How to use it: After the teak has dried from the brightener,
use a brush cloth or sponge to apply oil. Be sure to wipe
off any excess. Apply additional coats as necessary to obtain
desired color.
Benefits: Oil is a deep penetrating, fast-drying formula with
ultraviolet inhibitors to protect wood from sunlight.
Note: Our Premium
Teak Care Kit (at right) includes the three products
described above (Teak Cleaner, Teak Brightener and Teak Oil),
plus a Scrub Pad, Stainless Steel Scrubber, Foam Brush, and
Latex Gloves. Many of these products may also be purchased
separately.
Other Care Products
Magic Scrub Pad: This can be used between step 1
and 2. If any mildew is still visible, rub the blackened area
with the Magic Scrub pad. Note: Do not use steel wool to remove
mildew as this will leave slivers of steel on the wood which
will rust and leave a stain.
Teak Wood Sealer:
What it does: Sealer protects wood from weathering and damaging
sunlight.
How to use it: Use cleaner and brightener first. Use sealer
in the place of the oil. Do not use them together. Apply to
wood with foam brush using short strokes.
Benefits: Sealer lasts longer than teak oil.
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