How to Maintain the Color of New Teak Furniture

Teak furniture weathers more gracefully than many types of wood. And it does so naturally. Teak has long been known for its ability to last years without splitting, cracking, or warping. And this endurance is natural, not the product of chemical treatments.

Many people enjoy the rustic appearance of weathered teak furniture. After perhaps a year or so outdoors, it fades to a silvery gray. However, others would like to preserve the warm tones their teak furniture displays when it’s new. I like both looks; it’s too hard to pick.

But for those who prefer the color of new teak wood, I’d like to explain a couple options. From the outset, you can apply a protectant such as teak oil, or a specially formulated substance. The special formulations I’ve seen claim to last four times as long as teak oil. Teak oil can darken the wood slightly, but the special protector does not. It just maintains the original color of your teak furniture.

If you’ve allowed your teak furniture to weather and decide that you don’t like that look so well, you can also restore weathered teak furniture to its original color. Look for a teak cleaner. These clean and brighten the wood in one step. In addition, they are water-based and not flammable, so you can breathe easy about your choice. It only takes a moderate investment of your time to keep or restore the color of your new teak furniture.