Take care of your teak
Teak has a classic look on the patio. It's sturdy and withstands the weather quite well. Over time, it gets dull from exposure to rain and sun, so get out the teak oil. It's time to tend to your teak patio furniture. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Take a cloth or soft brush and clean off any dust or splashed on dirt. If the patio furniture has a grimy look, it may need some washing to remove pollution and soot accumulation on the wood. I used Murphy's Oil Soap on mine. Regular detergent is a little harsh for wood. Let it dry thoroughly before proceeding to the oil treatment.
2. Get a large can of teak oil for your patio furniture project. Any brand will do. Shake up the oil and open the can. Wear plastic or rubber gloves. Put a soft rag over the opening and tilt the can.
3. Wipe the oiled rag over the wood, following the grain. Look for lines in the wood and follow their direction (that's the grain).
4. Stand back and look for lighter colored areas. That's where you applied the oil too lightly or the rag was too dry. Go over those spots again so the teak patio furniture is completely covered.
5. Dip the old toothbrush in the oil. Use it to get oil into narrow areas around joints or around screw heads. You can't reach these with the oily rag.
6. The next day, check the teak patio tables and chairs to see if they need further touch up with the teak oil. If the wood was very dehydrated, it soaks up the oil and may still look dried out in some areas. Apply more oil with the rag to areas that look lighter in color.
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