Oiling is not necessary to maintain teak's colour: Although teak naturally greys over time (an effect which many people like), some people prefer it to keep its as new golden honey brown colour. But teak oil is not needed for this; simply scrubbing the teak with a soft brush and soapy water can restore it to its original colour. A purpose made teak renovation product can also assist with this without damaging the teak and stripping away the natural oils. A. Yes, it's great for pine and other softwoods too. It can also be used on all hardwoods too, it's not just for teak! Once the furniture is dry from cleaning, it is time to apply the Teak Oil. You can apply the oil using either a clean, lint free cloth or a Foam Brush; both work well but the latter will also keep your hands clean! Outdoor wood: Use our Teak Cleaner to remove any dirt and grime. The Teak Cleaner will also help to restore the colour if the wood is looking grey. The 1-litre can covers a surface area of six square metres. That should give you an idea of how many can you need to cover all your outdoor furniture.

A. Yes. Our Teak Oil provides a great resistance to water and staining. This is why we highly recommend it for garden furniture. Once you have applied the oil and let it dry, the wood will then be fully protected from stains and spills. If you aren’t certain when or how to apply teak oil to garden furniture, read on for our expert advice. Why Is Teak Oil Good for Treating Teak Outdoor Furniture? The below photos have been sent into us by happy customers who have used our Teak Oil to oil and maintain their garden furniture and other items of wood. Garden bench treated with Teak Oil

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Specification: Protects and nourishes the wood: yes , Can use this on: outdoor furniture rather than indoors (especially suitable for hardwoods) , Volume: ‎‎0.5L If it does rain in between coats, you’ll notice the rain appearing as bubbles on the wood – and it doesn’t sink in!! I would recommend RonSeal, and I can’t fault it. 3 coats on a teak bench and the wood with added waterproof qualities. With more intricate designs, it’s easier to apply using a brush rather than a cloth. Pros:

For maintenance, we recommend applying one coat of teak oil to your garden furniture in spring and another coat in autumn. This will keep your garden furniture nourished and protected from the elements, allowing you to enjoy many a happy day using the furniture with family and friends in the sun! Where to buy - Teak Oil for Garden Furniture

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To maintain the weather resistant properties of garden furniture and to keep the wood supple and nourished, it is recommended that garden furniture is oiled twice a year, usually in early Spring and again mid to late Autumn, with a thin, maintenance coat of oil to help protect the wood all year round. If the furniture gets used a lot or is a situated in a particularly exposed environment, it may require a little more maintenance to keep it protected. Top 5 Recommended Garden Furniture Oils First, use a handheld vacuum or brush attachment to remove loose dirt and a toothbrush can even be used for any nooks or crannies. Take a bowl of warm soapy water and dip a microfibre cloth into the water and wring it until it’s slightly damp and clean the rattan. Do not oversaturate the rattan and use a toothbrush in soapy water for difficult-to-reach places. Allow the rattan to air dry in a well-ventilated area. Once the colour of the timber has been restored, usually within 24 hours, garden furniture can be treated with a suitable clear or coloured garden furniture oil or stain, to protect the wood and help preserve the restored colour. In fact, oiling outdoor teak furniture may actually result in more work for yourself, and can be damaging to the teak. There are a number of reasons to avoid oiling your teak outdoor furniture... This table and chair set of garden furniture has been cleaned with our Teak Cleaner and Brightener and then treated with Teak Oil. It has made a huge difference to the wood!

Yes, teak oil protects against rain and protects against staining. However, you should invest in furniture covers and take care to store your furniture in a dry place over the winter if possible. How long will teak oil last? Artificial teak oil also contains chemicals that break down natural oils in the wood. This exposes the wood to rot, weather damage and pests. How to keep your teak furniture looking as good as new Danish Oil: A highly refined, clear, Danish Oil for interior and exterior wood. Suitable for softwood and hardwood patio and garden furniture I use this oil on my solid wood outdoor furniture which is oak, not teak. I would say that it is probably designed for teak but it can be used on any wood. I think it’s good quality and I have used to for a number of years following a recommendation from a friend and it’s almost certainly the best teak oil available in the UK overall.Well then, if you’re not going to treat teak patio furniture with oil, what should you do to keep it looking beautiful? Teak naturally fades from a golden tan to a silver gray through oxidation. It will begin a few weeks after keeping your furniture outdoors. After a year it should pretty much be a gray color. Firstly you’ve got to consider protection. After that you’ll probably be thinking aesthetics. If you go for a teak oil that doesn’t absorb well but looks great, obviously you’ll be in for short lived happiness. So in this review I try to look at aesthetics but lean more toward product with proven longevity. But here’s a solid run down of how to apply teak oil as well as the preparation to give a professional result every time: The fast drying time is great because the manufacturer recommends applying three coats. For multiple coats however, you have to wait 4 hours between each coat. That’s still pretty fast drying and it allows you to apply all three coats within one day.

I bought this product to protect some solid wood garden furniture. Even on the first application, it transformed the furniture. The wood completely drank up the teak oil which brought out the grain in the wood.

We recommend testing this on some spare wood, or in an inconspicuous area before applying it directly to your project. Danish Oil: We make ours with Boiled Linseed Oil and Varnish. The linseed oil soaks into the wood to provide protection and nourishment and the varnish creates a very thing surface coating that feels lovely and smooth. It has been carefully developed for the use on all hardwoods including Teak, Oak, Mahogany, and Iroko. The oil gets deep into the fibres of the wood, protecting it from inside and preventing shrinkage and other sorts of deformations.