Why is teak outdoor furniture so expensive?
The Basic Law of Supply and Demand Dictates Much of This High Cost. Teak is in high demand because of its properties. It is durable; water-, pest- and rot-resistant; has only minor shrinkage; doesn’t corrode with steel; and very importantly, has a beautiful look, naturally weathering to a silvery-gray tone.
Is teak outdoor furniture expensive?
Teak and cedar outdoor furniture are typically more expensive than those pieces made of rattan, wicker or plastic. Of the two kinds of wood, teak outdoor furniture is generally more expensive than cedar for several reasons. Firstly, it is the harder of the two and will last longer in an outdoor environment than cedar.
Can teak furniture be left outside in winter?
Teak furniture can be left outdoors uncovered all 12 months of the year, no matter where you live. If you choose to cover your teak furniture during winter, use a material that allows the wood to breathe. If you put your furniture away for the winter, do not store it in a heated room.
Does outdoor teak furniture need to be oiled?
Teak, particularly the high quality grade A teak, naturally contains an abundance of oils. Unlike some wooden garden furniture sets which do benefit from an application of a treatment product, teak’s natural oils mean that this is completely unnecessary. There is simply no need to oil your teak garden furniture.
Is teak wood worth the price?
Yes, absolutely. Teak is available at good rates in southeast Asia, India. It is considered to be expensive in comparison with other woods like Sheesham and Sal. The value it provides is irreplaceable and the long lifespan compensates the price tag.
How long will teak last outdoors?
approximately 75 to 100 years
Teakwood contains a high content of silica, will weather the elements, and last for approximately 75 to 100 years when left outdoors in the elements. Teakwood is the only type of wood, which can make these claims.
Is it OK to power wash teak furniture?
The reason we do not recommend pressure washing when cleaning teak furniture is that the fine stream and high pressure can cause the surface of the teak furniture to become bumpy and pitted. Once that happens, the teak furniture will have to be sanded to return the surface it to its natural smooth finish.
Should teak be sealed?
You should never oil sealed teak—it’s unnecessary since the sealant will already preserve the wood’s color. Applying teak oil could also reverse the sealant’s effect and promote the growth of fungus and mildew.
How can you tell good quality teak wood?
Identify teak wood by its leather-like smell. Scent is a great indicator of real teak wood. Teak wood has a high amount of natural oils, which helps it resist disease. Pick up the wood and smell it. You should be able to smell the natural oils, which smell like leather.
What is one teak tree worth?
Though UP does not have a natural variety of teak, as most of it is plantation, UP forest corporation officials peg the market price of a full-grown teak tree (yielding around 10 to 12 cubic feet of timber) to be around Rs 1.5 lakh. Based on that, the value of the timber seized might be around Rs 3 crore.