Teak patio furniture is becoming more popular each day as more designers explore the timeless charm of teak wood. Teak patio furniture is a popular choice for manufacturers and consumers of patio furniture alike for many reasons.

Teak patio furniture is both elegant and practical; the hardwood is well known for its durability and low maintenance qualities. It is resistant to water, bugs and any type of rot. Whether you use it indoors or outdoors, this furniture is very strong and is known for lasting up to 75 years. It is legendary for its resistance to weather. Teak patio furniture is the ideal choice for outdoor furniture and remains a sound investment. Teak is a natural product and it can be left out in the open all year round through rain, hail or shine. Its color will gradually mellow to a graceful silver gray. The character of your furniture will alter, but its strength will remain.

An occasional scrub down with hot soapy water will compliment this process and discourage any moss growth. In established gardens, weathered teak patio furniture, in lustrous hues of gray and silver, brings dignity and grace to the garden setting. With its quiet, stately presence, it harmonizes with existing structures and is instantly at home in gardens, old and new.

The best teak patio furniture is usually machine made because the equipment that is used guarantees that the pieces will be well constructed and uniform. You can rest easy when you discover a top quality teak chair at a great price. Even though teak patio furniture is rather expensive, its demand is increasing every day.

Generally price is dictated by the shape and weight of a piece of furniture. The more shape a piece has the more wood and time is required to create the piece. Thus, the furniture will be more expensive. Also, the heavier that the sections of wood are, the more costly the piece will be. Since teak patio furniture outlasts most other types of wood furnishings, it is worth every penny.

It is the best choice for anyone who values both beauty and endurance. There is nothing like the look of natural wood in your yard or on your patio and teak patio furniture is classically elegant for outdoor spaces.

Why Choose Anderson Teak?

Anderson Teak is a manufacturer specialized in teak garden and patio furniture.

Anderson Teak garden and patio furniture is made from kiln dried first grade plantation grown teakwood (Tectona Grandis) from the legal sources in Indonesia.

Anderson Teak uses only marine grade brass and stainless steel fittings for furniture.

Anderson Teak garden and patio furniture is assembled using the traditional method of mortise and tenon joints with teakwood dowels.

Anderson Teak garden and patio furniture is built with pride and confidence.

Made from high quality material and hardware that makes the furniture last long for generations.

Frequently Asked Questions
 
Are less expensive items in the range as good quality as the more expensive?
Generally price is dictated by the shape and weight of a piece of furniture. The more shape a piece has, the more wood is required to make it along with taking more time to create. Also the heavier the sections of wood used means more weight and thus more cost. No matter which piece of furniture you choose, you can be assured that the same quality teak and standard of workmanship is used along with the same methods of manufacture and assembly.
 
How do I look after my teak furniture?
Teak is a natural product, it can be left out in the open all year round through rain, hail or shine. Its color will gradually mellow to a graceful silver gray. The character of your furniture will alter, but its strength will remain. An occasional scrub down with hot soapy water will compliment this process and discourage any moss growth.
 
How long will it last?
Teak furniture should last a lifetime if properly built in the first place. Anderson Teak uses only the top grade kiln-dried timber, epoxy resins for lasting strength, and any metal parts are either stainless steel or solid brass, which will not rust or corrode when left outside. The top furniture grade teak, used for all Anderson Teak furniture, with its high natural oil content, resists both warping and rot, ensuring that Indian Ocean teak furniture will last more than a lifetime.
 
Cracks appear periodically in my furniture and then go away?
This is perfectly normal as the wood breathes and reacts to variations in the moisture content of the air. The cracking tends to appear on the end grain sections and usually happens early in the life of the furniture. Cracks come and go depending on seasonal variations but rarely do they affect the strength, performance or life expectancy of the item.
 
Should I keep the furniture indoors during the winter months?
There is no problem wintering furniture outside, it may need a washing down in spring before use.
 
Spills, Stains, Chips and Scratches!
Most drinks stains will weather out naturally or can be cleaned down with soapy water and a hard brush. Other damage or stains can be removed quite simply using ordinary sandpaper. The grade of sandpaper depends on the degree of damage. Serious damage, start with course and move up to fine. Light damage, fine grade is all you will need. Stains usually disappear with a light sanding.
 
How easy is the furniture to assemble?
Most of the time the furniture is supplied flat-packed in semi-assemblies. Only a few products come fully assembled. All flat-packed items come with the hardware, dowels, screw glue and instruction manual. To make the furniture stronger and more stable, glue is required in most cases. In most cases the furniture can be assembled within a few minutes by a single person with a minimum of tools. However, a helper is very useful.

You can never go wrong with teak patio furniture.
Considered among the most attractive furniture pieces, teak patio furniture can make the difference between a tacky patio and a classy, even stately extension of your home where you can relax or host parties or have a quiet Sunday afternoon barbecue with family.
 
Teak? But aren’t they expensive?
Indeed, they are. Teak wood is sturdy and durable. Unlike other wood types, teak has lesser tendency to shrink after the passage of time. That’s why shipbuilders preferred this type of wood. According to them, teak could withstand the hottest glare of the sun, the harshest winds, and the saltwater of the sea.

How’s that for durability?
But, of course, technology caught up, and today, teak is no longer the prime material used for shipbuilding. They got steel now and other kinds of metal for that. But teak continues to be a favorite among builders of a different kind. Instead of being used to make huge ships that can carry aboard hundreds of passengers, teak is equally content holding court in a family dining room. Chairs, tables, benches, cabinets…you name it! There is definitely one made of teak wood.

Teak wood makes excellent patio furniture.
The quality and durability of teak patio furniture makes it just perfect for outdoors use. The wood can withstand the harsh conditions outside with very little wear and tear to show for it. This, of course, means that you can minimize the time you would have to go out and buy a new set of furniture.

The fact of the matter is teak patio furniture lasts.
Ideally, teak patio furniture should last for years and years to come. So if you are going to invest on patio furniture, better do it with teak patio furniture. Its durability is more than enough reason for you. And if that still isn’t enough, teak patio furniture is quite known for its timeless beauty. A few pieces of teak patio furniture here and there could enhance the whole look of your patio.

Moreover, even as you worry about the cost, there are always bargain stores around. The beauty of teak wood is that even if bought used, all it takes is a little repair and a little re-touching here and there and it’s good as new.

Add Enjoyment and Long-Term Value to Your Home with a Durable Deck


(ARA) - With the housing market in uncertain territory, many homeowners are choosing to stay in their homes and undertake home improvement projects that offer immediate benefits, as well as a good return on investment. Building a sturdy deck is one way homeowners are creating a home they can enjoy more now, while looking smartly ahead in case they want to sell later.  

According to Remodeling magazine’s 2007 Cost vs. Value report, adding a deck constructed with composite decking, a decking material made of combined wood and plastic, can be expected to yield an approximate 77 percent cost recovery on average at resale. Composite decks rank higher than the national average of cost recovered for a major kitchen remodel or bathroom remodel – two types of projects homeowners often undertake to make their homes more appealing.

Expanding Living Space
Building a deck expands living space, as many homeowners are using their decks for longer periods of the year. Decks are now considered another room of the home.

According to a 2007 report from The NPD Group, Inc., eight out of ten consumers prefer outdoor entertaining to indoor, weather permitting. And, with new home construction slowing, there are potentially more remodelers available to homeowners desiring to take on home improvement projects.

One consideration for homeowners planning to add a deck is to look at other decks in their area to determine the appropriate size and scope of their deck project for their neighborhood. Homeowners should also consider a decking material that will last in the long term. Not only will homeowners enjoy a durable, inviting deck while they live in the home, but the type of material they use can help determine how well it will retain its value over time.

Materials
Decking materials must be able to withstand years of exposure to the elements and hold up well to temperature changes, sun exposure, and rain. They also must be attractive and complement the house and existing landscaping.  

Many homeowners are turning to wood-plastic composite decking, such as ChoiceDek composite decking, for durable decking material that does not require staining or painting. Composite decking is also resistant to moisture and decay. And, the material will not splinter or crack. Composite decking does require periodic cleaning, which can be accomplished with widely available commercial deck cleaners.

For homeowners searching for environmentally responsible materials, some wood-plastic composite decking is made from recycled materials, potentially keeping unused waste out of landfills. Such composite decking consists of recycled polyethylene plastics that are re-used from common items such as grocery bags.

“With outdoor living continuing to increase, homeowners who add a deck are essentially adding to the square footage of the home,” says Sue Snuggs of Weyerhaeuser. “In addition to providing a good recovery of cost at resale, building a deck with composite decking makes the home more attractive to potential buyers who are looking for a home with a deck that does not need to be stained every year.”

Building a durable deck offers immediate enjoyment for friends and family, extends living space outdoors, and offers long-term value. As some homeowners decide in favor of remodeling over selling in a challenging housing market, adding a composite deck can help them ensure their remodeling dollars are spent wisely.  

To learn more about ChoiceDek composite decking and railing products that combine recycled materials with the classic appearance of wood, visit www.choicedek.com or your local Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse.  In the United States, call (800) 951-5117 to speak with a Weyerhaeuser representative.

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