How Do I Clean & Oil Teak?
Teak wood is a dense hardwood often used on sailboats and other outdoor furniture. It is known for its luxurious rich golden glow and sturdiness in furniture and flooring. Teak requires a certain amount of upkeep especially if it is used in an outdoor setting. Fortunately this upkeep is fairly simple and if done properly does not often have to be repeated. There are a few specialty products that you will need but more than anything a little bit of effort can go a long way in cleaning and polishing your teak. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Teak cleaner
- Bristle brush or scrub pad
- Sponge
- Water
- Teak oil
- Foam brush or rag
Instructions
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Saturate the bristle brush or scrub pad with the teak cleaner.
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Rub the bristle brush or scrub pad in the direction of the wood grain until any stains are lifted.
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Remove the cleaner with a clean damp sponge or a fresh water source like a garden hose.
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Allow the teak to dry.
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Saturate a foam brush or rag with the teak oil.
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Rub the saturated foam brush or rag in the direction of the wood grain. Repeat at least twice. You will know when you have applied the teak oil enough when the oil starts to puddle rather than be absorbed on the wood.
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Remove the excess oil with a lint-free cloth and allow the teak to dry.
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Tips & Warnings
If you are cleaning and oiling indoor teak furniture use equal amounts of cleaner and water to clean the teak. Use a sponge or very soft brush to clean the teak because most indoor teak furniture is not solid teak but rather paneled with teak and a stiff brush could wear the panelling down. Allow the teak to dry completely before you oil it. If there is any fabric on the teak furniture, remove it before cleaning and oiling the teak.
Do not use steel wool to clean teak with. The small fibers will get lodged in the wood grain.
References
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