Outdoor Teak Benches
Outdoor Teak Benches
Outdoor Teak Benches
Garden benches come in a variety of shapes, sizes, styles and materials. Stone, plastic, fiberglass, or metal are all available choices; but for many people, there is nothing like wood. The living presence- the pattern, texture, grain, color and warmth of wood accentuates being outdoors in a way that other materials can't. Most prized among woods for this setting is teak.
Teak wood is a hardwood that originated in Southeast Asia, but has been colonized in plantations throughout the subtropical and tropical world. It is known for its ability to remain unaffected by changes in the weather, especially in the amount of moisture around it. These qualities make it perfect for pool and patio furniture, as well as sailing vessels and homes by the sea. The wood does not split from repeated soaking and drying, the grain does not separate and splinter, the color does not fade except in the most sun-bleached areas (and this can be minimized or eliminated by wiping with teak oil more frequently than you would otherwise need to.)
This water resistance is why many shower and bath items use teak- shower stools, bath brushes, wooden towel racks, etc.
The natural chemical make-up of teak oil makes the wood very resistant to moisture and practically termite proof. Normal maintenance for teak consists of occasionally cleaning the wood, then oiling it down with teak oil. It is a dense grained wood and darkly hued, ranging from yellow brown to orange brown, most often referred to as golden brown. Because of its natural coloring, it is never stained; any protective coating other than an occasional oiling would be to varnish it so as to maintain a piece's particular color. In most cases, this is unnecessary, and would only add more work later as the varnish breaks down.
Outdoor teak benches come in a variety of styles, from Adirondack to flat picnic style benches. Some benches have enough flair in the legs to allow them stack, while most are built with the intent that when they are placed in position, they will remain there.
Some garden benches are curved to allow them to ring trees or fire pits. Picnic style benches can do double duty as coffee or conversation tables.
Outdoor teak benches may or may not have arms; or have a variety of back styles, or even no back at all.
Teak wood furniture tends to be made with slats, to allow for ease of drying after inclement weather, so you will probably want to have cushions both for adornment and comfort.
Outdoor teak benches are a natural addition to patio furniture, lounging sets or bar sets. They compliment chaise lounges at the pool. Flanking a teak storage chest makes a casual meeting area. Adirondack benches are the obvious choice with Adirondack chairs. Gliders could pair with rocking chairs, or straight-back benches with folding chairs.
Although at first blush, teak may seem surprisingly expensive, since it lasts a lifetime and will retain its strength and beauty, outdoor teak benches are an investment worth making.
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