What Everybody Should Know About Outdoor Furniture That Won't Wear Out -
Choose Teak!

 I was discussing outdoor teak furniture with a friend the other day. He told me that he had purchased some indoor teak furniture years ago just before returning from Europe after World War II. He essentially said that to this day he continues to receive compliments on that furniture - even now decades later. He also mentioned that he's worn out many non-teak furniture pieces several times over during this same time period. When is the last time you bought piece of furniture that was nearly as sturdy? Outdoor teak furniture is often of heirloom quality and stays in families for generations. That’s because it’s made of some of the finest wood available in the world today. It is indigenous to Indonesia and is frequently harvested in a controlled way to preserve its availability. 
 

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If you like the feel and look of genuine wood – you can do no better than outdoor teak furniture. It has some unique characteristics uncommon in other woods.  It is very hard because of its dense and tight grain.   It is resistant to rot, rarely warps, and does not shrink or swell as is common of other woods.  It is incredibly age resistant as a result of its characteristic high oil content.  It's worth mentioning that the original teak benches were first made of the decking from very old sailing ships.  What does that tell you?

Outdoor teak furniture is an ideal addition to any patio or backyard.  If you seriously want the best outdoor furniture look for something that has demonstrated it can stand the test of time.  Outdoor teak furniture has cosmetic benefits over other woods too.  It rarely splinters and looks terrific as it ages into a silvery gray, or can retain its newness easily with a periodic application of teak oil.  You can actually get outdoor teak furniture with a ten year warranty.  Outdoor teak furniture is an incredible and unparalleled value. 

Outdoor teak furniture styles are typically on the conservative side and not often found in very contemporary designs.  Its styling follows the classic look in furniture not unlike styles from over 100 years ago.  Given all its benefits it remains an incredible value and remains price competitive with all the finest wood furniture available today.  The Indonesian government controls and sponsors harvesting and regrowth so that it is tightly linked with manufacturers who briskly compete in the outdoor teak furniture market.  Its incredible longevity and durability makes outdoor teak furniture an investment you’ll enjoy for years to come.

 



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Last Updated 3/26/09