Should I stain teak furniture?

Should I stain teak furniture?

Teak is one of our top picks for outdoor furniture, for its durability, versatility, and distinctive character. We get a lot of questions about teak furniture care, but the most frequent might just be “Do I need to stain or finish my teak furniture?” The short answer is no.

Does teak darken with age?

Teakwood changes color with age, new teakwood varies in color from light to dark brown, and as it ages over time it turns light silver gray. You will begin to see the first gray streaks after your teak furniture has been in the weather for about three to four months.

Can Teak be sanded?

As the teak must be fully dry in order to sand it, you should leave it in a dry place for around twenty-four hours. Use only fine-grit sandpaper when sanding teak. Teak is a hardwood that reacts well to weather conditions. It has a fine grain, so sand in the direction that the grain is going.

What do you seal teak wood with?

Clear Coat Gloss should be applied to furniture that has been treated with Golden Sealer teak sealer. To protect untreated or unsealed furniture against water and stains, use Teak Water & Stain Guard.

What is the best treatment for teak garden furniture?

Regular cleaning of your teak will help prevent mildew build-up and potential discolouration. A quick wash with mild soap and water and some bleach or vinegar mixed in usually does the trick. Make sure to use a soft plastic brush as metal brushes can scratch and damage the wood's surface.

Can you bleach teak wood?

Chlorine bleach can whiten the teak wood fibers because it's such a strong oxidizer. Mix up a solution of oxygen bleach. One cup of powdered oxygen bleach for each gallon of hot tap water will cut through dirt, algae, mold, mildew and most of the oxidized wood stains or sealers that might be on the teak.

How do you get stains out of teak wood?

Mix lemon juice OR vinegar with salt until it forms into a thick paste. Rub your paste over the watermark for about a minute. Use a damp rag to wipe away any leftover residue. Polish the surface with some teak oil to restore the desired finish.