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Natural teak will gradually
weather to a silver gray colour if left outdoors. You will
begin to notice the "graying" after 3 months or
so, depending on the amount of sun and rain the furniture
is subjected to. Total weathering will take about 6 to 9 months. |
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Once teak has weathered, the colour
will be enhanced by an annual scrubbing with soapy water to
remove accumulated dirt. Alternatively you may use a pressure
hose with a fan or multi-nozzle jet, where a gauge is fitted.
It should be set to a pressure of 60-80 bar (900-1200 psi).
A distance of 6'-8' should be maintained between the nozzle
and the surface to be cleaned. Applying a constant gentle jet
pressure using the lowest possible setting to achieve the desired
result. Due to the unique properties of teakwood your furniture
will need no other care or treatment and will last for decades. |
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Small surface cracks (known as checks) may appear.
This is a characteristic of all timber and will not affect the
strength or durability of the furniture. This is due to the
changes in seasoning and the wood releasing or absorbing of
moisture from the atmosphere. Checking is non-structural in
nature and is not to be considered a concern of defect. |
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Marks from spills on a tabletop,
especially if they contain fat, should be avoided where possible,
as they can be difficult to remove. Any such marks will eventually
be washed out and bleached by the elements. However, this
process may be accelerated by allowing the stain to soak into
any absorbent material applied to it for a time under pressure
and then rubbing with sandpaper. |
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Treating with teak oil or
other preservatives is not needed to protect teakwood and
will not extend the life of your furniture, its use is purely
cosmetic. We do not recommend oiling your furniture because
it create unnecessary maintenance, but should you prefer to
retain its original colour we offer the following as a guide
to the best results. |
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Teak oil should be applied
before the furniture begin to weather and change colour. Ensure
the furniture is dry and free of any dust or dirt and apply
one light coat of oil with a clean cloth or brush, wiping
off any surplus. Teak oil should not be applied over accumulated
oil or dirt as the result will be dark and the furniture will
eventually blacken. If necessary, remove previous oil or dirt
by vigorous scrubbing or use of pressure hose. Re-oiling annually
should be sufficient. |
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When used as indoor furniture, a light coat of
teak oil is recommended to keep the furniture from soiling and
will last for years without need for re-coat. |
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