Contemporary furniture these days make use of aged teak wood because of its durability and beauty. It is especially ideal for outdoor furniture because its look blends well with nature, and it has natural organic oils that repel insects and other bugs. Moreover, it can also resist other harsh natural elements, like wind and water, thus making it last for a long time.

That is the reason why the price of teak wood has gone up in the market. Unfortunately, the High point Furniture Market in North Carolina failed to feature major wholesale exhibitors of teak wood furniture. Still, local furniture outlets sell reclaimed wood furniture at a higher price tag than furniture made from other types of wood. If you want to earn discounts, you might want to check your local furniture outlet for some used teak furniture. They may already be secondhand, but most of them are still in good condition because teak wood is naturally strong and can withstand the test of time.

You can easily restore secondhand teak furniture using a few simple steps. First of all, you need to clean your furniture using a mild detergent and warm water. Use a brush that has soft bristles in order to remove the gray patina covering your furniture. However, if you are having difficulty cleaning your furniture with a brush, you can use sandpaper after cleaning to remove the patina. For weathered furniture, use a chemical stripper.

The next step is to apply teak oil to your furniture to restore its bright sheen and luster. You can also use a varnish with a satin finish for this purpose. However, take note that the oil will not make your furniture immune to weathering; it will only improve its appearance. The natural oil from the teak hardwood is the one that provides resistance to weathering.

It will also help keep your aged teak wood furniture in top shape if you try not to directly expose it to the sun's harmful ultraviolet rays. You can do this by covering your outdoor furniture with an umbrella or canopy when not in use. You can also purchase furniture covers that are waterproof for added protection. If possible, you can even bring your outdoor furniture inside your house when not in use for a long period of time. This can be done during colder months to avoid snow from damaging your furniture and possibly splitting it.

It is also important to regularly clean your teak furniture even if it is new so as to maintain its beauty throughout the years. You can simply hose it down since the wood is water resistant. However, if the furniture has already become dull and dirty, you will need a power sprayer, but make sure that the pressure setting is low so as not to damage the wood. Another option is use a mild cleaning solution that also removes molds, if any. Deep stains can be removed using sandpaper, but make sure to sand in the direction of the grain so as to avoid scratching your reclaimed teak wood furniture.