Use and Care Guide

Teak wood is naturally a very durable wood that is waterproof and weather resistant. When the wood
is fresh, it may appear to be a golden color. However, over time, young teak wood darkens to a rich
mocha color. Color change is natural and does not indicate that there is a problem but speaks to its
authenticity. Because of its natural oils, teak furniture is a very low-maintenance wood, even under
exposure. However, over time, you may notice that your teak wood furniture does not have the same
brilliant sheen. Not to fret, you can easily restore the brilliant color and shine with a few simple steps.
Steps to caring for your teak wood furniture
Caring for your teak furniture is fairly simple and does not require these performance steps to be
completed unless your teak appears dull or dingy.
• Rinse after use. For shower, bath, or spa furniture, rinse away soap residue and body oils
after each use. For patio furniture, rinse regularly, especially after storms. For poolside
furniture, rinse chlorinated pool water off furniture regularly.
• Wash with soap and water to remove soap or chlorine.
• Use AquaTeak® Cleaner and Brightener if the teak is excessively dirty or has taken on a
grey or black tint.
• Use AquaTeak® Premium Teak Oil to restore the teak wood’s natural shine
What NOT to do to your teak furniture
Teak furniture is incredibly easy to maintain, just be sure you are doing it correctly!
• Don’t overclean or over-oil your teak furniture — only do clean and oil if it appears dull or
dingy.
• Never use a metal brush or scrub against the wood grain.
• Do not use wood seal or stain.
• Don’t toss weathered teak furniture, use the steps above to make it new again!
To learn more about caring for your high-quality teak wood furniture, read our articles: How to Take
Care of Your Teak Wood Patio Furniture and How Do I Care For My Teak Wood Furniture?