Now that the dreary days of winter are behind us, it’s time
to get outside on the patio and enjoy these beautiful spring days. Many of you were pounded with rain and snow this
past year and it may have left your patio furniture in less than favorable
condition. We offer a variety of patio
furniture and cushions to spruce up your outdoor living space. The one I would like to share information
with you about this month is our teak collection.
As many of you may
know, we are in the process of restoring our beloved 1968,
37' all wood, Egg Harbor boat, Sinbad. During
this process we realized that after all the years of service the old girl had
seen, the teak platform at her stern was still in great condition. This is what inspired me to tell you about
the benefits of owning teak patio furniture.
Teak has long been heralded as a wood known for its durability and longevity. In fact, in the eighteenth century, it was almost exclusively used on seagoing vessels as decks and railings, specifically because of its resistance to weather and water damage. It was the wood garnished from these vessels, once they were retired, that was used to construct the first teak outdoor furniture.
With a history like that, it’s easy
to see why this tropical wood is generally regarded as one of the premier
materials for building outdoor furniture, be it teak sun loungers, deck chairs, tables,
or benches. In fact, it has been known
to last for a hundred years and running, truly making teak furniture the last
outdoor furniture you’ll ever need to buy.
As teak weathers over time, the
wood goes from a honey brown color to a silvery gray. The natural oils and
rubber found within teak, protect the heart of the wood from invaders like
fungi and parasites that can destroy other woods. Protecting other wooden
furniture from such intruders requires applications of weatherproof oils and
treatments; not so with teak.
If you decide to take the plunge
and spring for well-made teak patio furniture, there’s not much you will have
to do in the future other than sit back and enjoy it. http://www.patioandyards.com/Quality_Teak_Furniture_s/61.htm
