Teak furniture
Teak furniture is furniture made of teak wood, valued for its durability and natural resistance to weather and pests.[1] Teak is also used in boatbuilding and other outdoor applications. High-quality teak pieces can last for many decades and are sometimes passed down as heirlooms.[2] Because of its price and longevity, teak furniture is often regarded as a status symbol.
Types of teak furniture
[edit]Teak is harvested from Tectona grandis, native to South and Southeast Asia.[1] Many manufacturers source wood from certified plantations to limit environmental impact and ensure sustainability.[3][4]
Tables and dining sets
[edit]Outdoor dining tables and chairs made of teak resist rain, sun and temperature extremes more effectively than many softwoods and synthetics.[2]
Benches
[edit]Teak benches are common in gardens and parks because the wood resists rot and insect damage without chemical treatment.[1]
Chaise longues
[edit]Poolside and beachside chaise longues are often made of teak; the wood stays cooler than metal in strong sun and endures constant moisture.[2]
Adirondack chairs
[edit]Traditional Adirondack chairs are sometimes built from teak, combining the style’s comfort with the wood’s longevity.
Umbrella frames
[edit]Teak has historically been used for patio-umbrella masts and ribs. Aluminium is now more common, but teak remains popular for premium garden umbrellas.
Bath mats
[edit]The natural oils in teak repel water and inhibit mould growth, making the wood suitable for bath and spa mats.[5]
Deep seating
[edit]Deep-seating outdoor sofas and sectionals often use teak frames paired with weatherproof cushions because the wood can support heavy loads for many years without warping.
Teak oil
[edit]Teak oil is a marketing term for oil-based finishes (usually linseed-based) sold for treating teak and other hardwoods. These products do not contain oil from the teak tree.[6] Untreated teak weathers to a silver-grey patina but remains structurally sound; finishing is therefore optional.[2]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c van Berkel, Corne (4 August 2011). "Wat is teak?". De Teakhoeve. Archived from the original on 5 March 2016. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Furniture Care Guides". LA Furniture Store. 16 February 2019. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ Brunei Business Intelligence Report: Strategic Information and Opportunities. Int'l Business Publications. 1 May 2000. ISBN 9780739725245.
- ^ Kai Wiechmann (14 May 2025). "Sind Teak Gartenmöbel nachhaltig?" (in German). Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ "Best Garden Cabin Ideas to Furnish Home Offices and Outdoor Living". The Garden Furniture Shop. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
- ^ "Should You Treat Teak Patio Furniture With Teak Oil?". Teak Patio Furniture World. Retrieved 14 May 2025.
Bibliography
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- Pongsawat, Pitch (2009). “Border Partial Citizenship, Border Towns, and Thai-Myanmar Cross-border Development.” In Labour in the Greater Mekong Subregion, Chulalongkorn University.
- Roda, J.-M.; Buitenzorgy, M.; Wit, M. (2006). “Teak furniture and business responsibility: a global value chain dynamics approach.” International Forestry Review 8 (3): 306–322.