How Do You Restore Teak Outdoor Furniture?
Teak patio furniture has become increasingly popular, especially when used outdoors. When teak patio sets are new, the wood is a beautiful honey color. After prolonged exposure to the sun, the wood color weathers to a silver-gray color. It’s relatively simple to restore your teak patio furniture back to its original color. Clean the Teak Patio Furniture Apply a 2 to 1 solution of mild detergent with water to the teak patio furniture. Use a soft bristle brush to help remove the gray patina. The brush will do a good job of removing most of the patina if your teak patio set is only a few years old. If your outdoor furniture has been weathered for a longer period of time, after cleaning, use a fine-grade sandpaper to remove the most outer layer of the furniture. You can also use a chemical stripper, which can be found at most home-improvement or marine supply stores. Apply Teak Oil Apply teak oil to help brighten the teak patio set and give it luster. The oil does not protect the teak pati
