The new year is the perfect time for a reset. And that doesn’t just mean resetting your mind and body with resolutions to be more active, eat more healthily, or be more organised, but also a refresh of your surroundings.
Though many will prioritise sprucing up their home interior, it’s important to not leave out the treasured outdoor haven that is your garden, so that when the warmer seasons come around, you’re all ready to enjoy it to the max.
Central to this is garden seating and furniture. But with such temperamental weather as we have, it’s vital to make sure that these are withstanding, as well as being stylish and comfortable.
That’s where teak furniture by Luxus Home and Garden comes in.
What is teak furniture?
If you’ve never heard of teak furniture before, it is hardwood furniture made from the Tectona grandis tree, commonly found in Asia and now also cultivated in tropical areas such as Central America.
The properties of teak make it particularly well-suited to use as outdoor furniture, as it has a longer lifespan than most other wood varieties and is highly durable. For this reason, it has often been used as the decking of ships and boats throughout history.
Why is teak good for outdoor garden furniture?
Teak has many benefits, most particularly its hard-wearing nature, meaning it can be left outside all year round and survives well in all weather conditions – a must when living in England!
As a form of wood, it’s sustainable, practical and strong, as well as versatile – suiting various needs, individual tastes, and fitting any outdoor space easily and stylishly.
What’s more, it’s easy to maintain teak furniture. Due to its durability, it won’t crack easily, and will keep an attractive appearance for the long haul, especially if properly looked after.
How to protect and care for teak furniture?
Over time, teak will change colour from its natural honey-brown to a silver grey as it is increasingly exposed to ultraviolet light and rain.
The change in colour is entirely superficial however, and does not affect its structural integrity or durability, as it is the oil beneath the surface that preserves its hard-wearing properties.
Though attractive in either colour, to maintain the natural honey-brown of teak furniture, it’s recommended to use a sealer. Advisable to apply every 9-12 months, these are usually solvent-based and of water-like viscosity, containing protection against mold, ultraviolet light and moisture.
There’s also a variety of solvent shades available if you do want a colour other than the natural one – perfect for redecorating and style refreshes as and when you choose.
How to clean teak furniture?
Apart from the occasional scrub down, teak furniture requires little maintenance. A mild solution of soapy water tends to do the job, followed by a rinse with clean water.
To remove grease spots, concentrate on the affected areas using a de-greasing agent, followed by a rinse with clean water.
Or, if your teak furniture has already changed colour to silver grey and you want to restore its original colour, use a teak cleaner.
In all instances, it’s important to have a gentle touch when cleaning teak and always rinse any solution off thoroughly. Never use aggressive, harsh or two part acid solutions as they may compromise the integrity of the teak furniture.
Any type of finishing product for teak furniture, such as a sealer or special coating, should be applied to clean, dry pieces of furniture.
Premium teak furniture at your fingertips
Sustainable, versatile and durable, teak is an increasingly popular material for both outdoor and indoor furniture, with added benefits of being low maintenance and easy to clean.
And when it comes to finding premium teak furniture, British manufacturer and teak specialist Luxus Home and Garden is certainly the place to go.
Using high-quality teak wood, known for its natural durability and resistance to rot, Luxus’ teak garden table and chairs are a great solution for all gardens.
Not to mention, each piece in the solid garden furniture collection has been designed and manufactured by the company’s in-house team in Warwickshire and on-site in Indonesia.
Luxus also prides itself on providing excellent customer service and maintenance advice, so if you have any queries or issues, the team is on hand to help.
So, whether you’re looking for seating for your garden or replacing your tired outdoor dining set, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect match with Luxus’ teak furniture.
To find out more about and shop teak furniture, visit www.luxushomeandgarden.com, call 0333 772 9013, or email [email protected].
