About Teak
Teak (tectona grandis) is one of the most valuable woods in the world, possessing high strength and durability,
along with exceptional beauty. Teak's ability to withstand climate changes without cracking, warping, rotting, swelling
and shrinkage (or needing maintenance) is what makes it such a valuable wood and such great material for outdoor
furniture.
Teakwood has a life expectancy of 75 years untreated due to its natural rubber content that naturally resists
moisture.
About Our Teak Outdoor Furniture
SOURCES
Our Teak furniture comes exclusively from the government plantation resources in Central of Java, Indonesia.
QUALITY
Our Teak Furniture is kiln-dried for at least 1 month to a moisture level of 8% to prevent cracking,
warping and mildewing. We use mortise, tenon, dowel, and dove tail for all connection and solid brass
or stainless steel fitting to prevent rotting. Our wood and joinery is machine cut to ensure precision and durability.
FINISHING
Our teak furniture is smooth well sanded finish to better show the quality of our teak wood. This would be
the best way to buy teak furniture.
TEAK CARE AND MAINTENANCE
LET IT WEATHER
Teak wood changes color overtime. The golden brown color of brand new teak fades and turns soft gray as it is
exposed to the elements. The eventual result is distinguished silver that is a mark of true teak furniture. Letting it
weather is the easiest way to maintain your teak furniture. Clean your weathered furniture with just soap and water.
Covering your teak furniture
although teak furniture does not need any protection from the rain or sun, a cover might be needed
to prevent dirt. We recommend getting a special cover that has breathable fabric. Using a regular
cover may result in mildew on your furniture and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
MAINTAIN THE NEW BROWN COLOR
DO NOT USE TEAK OIL
First of all we do not recommend using teak oil on your furniture if you are planning to use it outdoor!
Oiling your teak furniture will ultimately results in mildew and creates black spots on your furniture.
It will also leave water spots on your furniture when the teak oil faded and it will need frequent re application
as often as 3 months to maintain it. Most importantly, using teak oil will eventually replace the natural oil in
teak wood which shorten the life of the furniture. Teak furniture contains natural oil that would last
for decades — you don't need to replenish it.
WATER BASED TEAK PROTECTOR
We recommend using a mild water based protector to maintain the brown color on your furniture.
Water based protector won't hurt the wood, very easy to apply, dried within 20 minutes and last for 1-2 years
depending on sun exposure. We recommend using our Golden care water-based cleaner and protector.
Water based cleaner is not only a high concentration cleaner, but it also contains brightener-ingredients,
which bring back the original color of new teak/hardwood.
Water based protector maintains the light-brown color of teak for 1 - 2 years. It prevents black spots, it's not greasy,
and so clothes stay clean. It's mild and easy to apply. It does not contain hazardous solvents (Eco-Safe).
It provides100% protection from the sun and keeping your furniture in original color for all year long.
We recommend applying the teak protector once or twice a year.
ALL-WEATHER WICKER CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Our All weather wicker product need a very little maintenance. It‘s UV resistant, weather proof,
good tensile strength, and colorfast, so the only thing that you need to do is regular light cleaning.
To do that simply hoses the furniture down with clean water and use as soft scrub to clean dirt.
If you have any questions regarding maintaining our furniture, please email us at contactus@thegardenteak.com
SUNBRELLA CUSHION
Our All weather wicker product need a very little maintenance. It‘s UV resistant, weather proof, good tensile strength,
and colorfast, so the only thing that you need to do is regular light cleaning. To do that simply hoses the furniture
down with clean water and use as soft scrub to clean dirt.
The Garden Teak cushion is specially tailored to fit each item perfectly. We offer a full line of
Sunbrella fabric for you to choose from. Sunbrella fabrics are fade-proof, stain resistant and livable;
they are worry free and incredibly long lasting. From the bright sun to greasy meatballs.
Sunbrella fabrics are tough enough to withstand the extremes of Mother Nature along with all the
little accidents that come from everyday living. To get more information on fabric warranty and care
and maintenance please visit www.sunbrella.com
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