Things You'll Need:
- Wood cleaner
- Rag
- Paint stripper
- Plastic scraper
- 0000 steel wool
- Paint thinner
- Sandpaper
- Wood stain
- Paint brush
- Teak oil
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Step 1
Clean the teak using a wood cleaner that does not contain acid. Apply the cleaner to a rag and wipe the surface of the furniture gently. This will remove any old wax or polish coats. Choose a cleaner made specifically for teak. You don't want to strip away the material's natural oils.
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Step 2
Use a rag to apply a paint stripper to the furniture. Use the stripper liberally. Allow it to sit for a few minutes so that it can soak into the furniture.
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Step 3
Scrap away the stripper residue using a plastic scraper that is designed to be used on wood. Work carefully so you don't damage the wood itself.
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Step 4
Wipe the furniture down with very fine steel wool that has been dipped in paint thinner.
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Step 5
Sand the teak using a medium grit sandpaper. Work in one direction only. Try to stay with the grain of the wood as much as possible.
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Step 6
Stain the wood using a wood stain applied with a rag or paint brush. Allow 4 to 6 hours for the stain to dry. Work a teak oil into the wood to seal the finish.
