March 19, 2007
Teak Patio Furniture 0 Does It Really Last A Lifetime?
window.document.getElementById(’post-33′).parentNode.className += ‘ adhesive_post’;When designing your patio, you0ve probably thought about the design of the patio, the dimensions, the canopy, the materials and what type of protective coating are you going use on it. But more often than not, you haven0t thought about the furniture you0re going to be using. There are dozens of styles, types, colors, and materials to choose, from aluminum, cast iron and wood. Wood is always a popular and natural choice and while cedar is nice, teak is better.
Teak, also called Jati, is a hardwood tree usually found in tropical climates and is native to South America and Southeast Asia. This hardwood is used often in the manufacture of outdoor furniture and boat decks because it is highly weather resistant, it0s easily worked, and the natural oils help to make it hold up in even the most exposed situations.
Teak can be oiled or varnished to a beautiful finish for added elegance or protection, but holds up equality well when left in its natural condition. If you live in an area that has termites, you definitely want to use Teak as you patio furniture wood of choice, its natural oils make it highly resistant to […]






















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