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.
Courtesy of ARAcontent