Of all the outdoor furniture materials out there, teak is one of the most popular. In fact, it’s used more often than any other wood for outdoor furniture. Teak will last a lifetime, but you’ve got to maintain it properly. But how? Here are a few tips to get your teak cleaned and stored for the end of the season.
- Clean – Scrub with warm water, a light detergent and a soft bristle brush.
- Sand – Using a medium grit sanding block, sand the teak to even out the top layer of wood. Make sure that the color is even throughout.
- Dry – Allow teak to completely dry for a few days.
- Oil – In a well-ventilated area and using rubber gloves, lightly brush teak oil all over furniture. About three or four layers should do. Keep applying oil until you achieve the darkness and color you are going for.
- Seal – Apply a few coats of polyurethane to seal the oil. Let it dry for a few days.
- Store – Cover furniture and place it in an unheated garage or shed for the winter.
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