Teak Patio Furniture Is The Perfect Choice For Your Terrace

You have spent hours of time and quite a lot of money on getting your back yard just right. The trees are lush and green, the flowers are blooming and everything looks beautiful. The only thing missing is somewhere to sit down and enjoy your beautiful yard.

There is nothing like the look of natural wood in your yard or on your patio. Many prefer the look of natural wood to aluminum or plastic, and there is nothing more beautiful than the natural look of teak patio furniture. Teak furniture will blend in to a natural surrounding beautifully and will look elegant and relaxing as well as being comfortable.

What About The Weather?

Many people believe that wood furniture cannot hold up to the demands of outdoor weather. Some people believe that outdoor wooden furniture can only be utilized in environments where there is little rain or snow. This could not be further than the truth. Wooden furniture is perfect for an outdoor environment, it just requires a little bit of care and maintenance in order to stay looking beautiful.

Teak patio furniture is the perfect choice for outdoor furniture. Because one set should last you a lifetime with the proper care and attention. Teak is known for being an extremely weather resistant type of wood. It can stand up to all types of weather conditions including intensely rainy environments, snow and sleet, and extremely sunny and hot conditions.

The Different Looks Of Teak

Although teak is a weather resistant form of wood, it still requires a little bit of care and maintenance to prolong the life of the furniture and keep it looking beautiful. You have a few options when it comes to teak furniture. If you prefer a natural look for your teak patio furniture, than you can leave the wood untreated and the wood will fade to a lovely silver, gray color. The gray color blends in perfectly to a natural looking terrace or patio.

If you prefer a warm brown look to your patio furniture, than that is easily achieved by using a teak oil on the furniture. Teak oil is a very easy product to use. You simply need to use a cloth to rub the oil into the wood grain. The oil absorbs into the wood and allows it to keep the natural brown color. In order to maintain this color, you should give the furniture a new coat of oil about once a year.

Taking Care Of Teak

Teak is an extremely easy type of furniture to care for. If you want to keep your patio furniture maintenance to the bare minimum than you should invest in some quality patio furniture covers. If you cover, your furniture set when you are not using it, than the set will stay protected from the sun, the rain, the snow and whatever other weather comes your way.

Teak requires very little maintenance, and if you give your furnishings a regular wipe down with a clean, dry rag that will go a long way in keeping your furniture clean and protected. If you have chosen to use a teak oil, than you should give your furniture a rub down with the teak oil about once a year, or as needed.

In the wintertime, if you are not going to be using your deck or your patio furniture than it is a good idea to put it away, in a shed or a garage. Even though teak is very weather resistant, any extra steps that you can take to protect your set from the elements will be beneficial.

Furnishings For A Lifetime

Teak patio furniture is beautiful and durable furniture that will last a lifetime. However, it is also expensive. A full teak patio set will cost around $3000. You can find teak pieces in any style that you need. If you are looking for loungers, you can find amazing pieces where the back adjusts as well as the footrest. Some loungers are able to fold up and be stored easily.

There are many different tabletop styles available to suit any style that you may like. Whether you are looking for a small, two-person table where you can enjoy a nice cup of coffee in the morning or a large table where eight or ten of your closest friends can enjoy a nice meal on a summer evening, there is a tabletop that will be perfect for your needs.

The Perfect Choice

Teak patio furniture is the perfect choice for a backyard deck or terrace because it is not only beautiful and natural looking it is also extremely durable. Although teak furniture is more expensive than other types of patio furnishings that are available, it will last much longer and provide you with a beautiful and comfortable place to sit and enjoy the yard that you have put so much work in, for years to come.

© 2005 http://www.patio-furniture-now.com

About the Author
Kevin Brown is successful author and publisher of many informative websites including http://www.patio-furniture-now.com . His websites offer tips and advice on a wide array of topics including outdoor furniture, teak patio furniture, outdoor lighting and more.

---

Organic Hydroponics - Simplified

These days, it's easy to get lost in the wealth... Read More

Agio Patio Furniture

The fresh air of the early spring solstice and the... Read More

Mole Traps: Can You Use Them?

Mole control is one of the most complicated problems that... Read More

A Rose is a Rose?

There are many varied definitions of what each color of... Read More

y, Fun Garden Plants

I have a love for funky, fun and unique garden... Read More

Delavays Blueberry (Vaccinium delavayi)

Whether we know it or not, most of us are... Read More

Parsley: A Cooks Best Friend

A cook's best friend, Petroselinum crispum, commonly known as curly... Read More

A Beautiful Rose Is Natures Gift

Roses are one of natures most beautiful and splendid gifts.... Read More

Basic Lawn Care - Mowing, Scarifiers, Aeration, and Watering Tips

The arrival of summer heralds a time of increased wear... Read More

How to Grow Strawberries

In addition to the traditional strawberry patch, there are as... Read More

Understanding Weeds - But mostly How to Kill em

When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions.... Read More

Layer Your Plantings

Part three in a seriesIn our last article, we helped... Read More

Kirengeshoma palmata

Kirengeshoma palmata Sometimes known as yellow waxbells, Kirengeshoma palmata... Read More

The Sundial - Garden Ornament or Exotic Timepiece?

Most of us regard a sundial as an attractive ornament... Read More

Decorate Your Outdoor Spaces on a Budget!

Many times when the weather becomes sultry, the only place... Read More

Simple Lawnmower Maintenance

Do you have trouble starting your lawnmower up in the... Read More

A Teak Table - Accent Your Outdoor Decor With One

It's been time consuming, and there have been a lot... Read More

Care of Dendrobium Orchids

DendrobiumsThis month I am focusing our attention to the care... Read More

What to Feed Your Fish During Colder Winter Months

With air and water temperatures dropping in most parts of... Read More

Pest Control Tips for Maintaining Your Greenhouse

Greenhouses provide a warm, humid atmosphere and are home to... Read More

The Care of Cattleya Orchids

Cattleya Care: a bit more in-depth.This month we are going... Read More

Fall Garden Chores for Spring Flowering Bulbs

As the school busses begin to rumble down the road... Read More

22 Fun Things To Do With Your Dozen Rose Gift

Your dozen rose gift doesn't only have to decorate your... Read More

The String Algae Blues

Now that Spring is upon us and things are coming... Read More

Why are Adirondack Chairs & Adirondack Furniture a Cottage Favorite?

With summer right around the corner, it's time to sit... Read More

How to Buy a Porch Swing

The Porch Swing is enjoying a surge in popularity thanks... Read More

Poly Tarps: More Than Meets The Eye

To many people, "tarp" conjures an image of a crumpled... Read More

Growing Your Own Herbs for Tea

If you love herbal teas, as I do, you know... Read More

The Rich History of Wild Roses

Wild roses, of the genus Rosa, are those naturally... Read More

Patio Swings Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space with Comfort and Style

Are you looking for a way to spruce up your... Read More

Plants, Birds, Love and Deer Hate

Hi Friends;This is the second year in a row I... Read More

The Importance of Garden Decor

The Quest for SignificancePeople are looking for ways to add... Read More

Choosing Garden Furniture

No matter how pleasant a garden is, it is not... Read More