Teak Outdoor Furniture FAQs

Teak is an extremely durable, beautiful, and low-maintenance hardwood with a dense grain and high tensile strength, making it a popular material for outdoor furniture. The natural oil content in teak wood prevents rotting, warping and cracking, and provides resistance to mold, mildew, and wood-eating insects, which is why teak wood is commonly used for park benches and picnic tables, and teak outdoor furniture is a top choice for homes all across the country.

Yes, you can leave high-quality teak furniture outside year-round because its natural oils make it highly resistant to moisture, insects and rot, allowing it to withstand sun, rain and even snow. Although, it’s important to note that teak furniture left outside will develop a silvery-gray patina over time. To preserve the original golden-brown color, consider using breathable covers or storing in a dry shed, and applying teak sealer or oil a few times per year.

Because of its high natural oil content, teak furniture is surprisingly low-maintenance compared to other woods, especially if you allow it to weather naturally to its beautiful, silvery-gray patina. For those who prefer the original golden-brown color, you’ll need to apply a teak sealer or oil a few times a year. Otherwise, all you have to do to maintain your teak furniture is brush it down with a soft-bristle brush and soapy water, and give it a good rinse every few months.

 Teak is considered a sustainable outdoor furniture material because of its long lifespan, reducing the need for replacements and waste. However, for teak furniture to truly be environmentally-friendly, the teak wood must also be responsibly grown and ethically sourced.

When purchasing teak furniture, look for brands that are FSC or PEFC certified, or who verify that their teak wood is harvested from plantations or responsibly managed forest sources. It’s also best to shop with a trusted outdoor furniture retailer, like Williamsburg Wicker Patio & Home, who sells teak furniture that is environmentally sustainable.

Yes, Summer Classics is a premium brand of teak furniture, made with Grade A teak wood obtained exclusively from FSC-certified Indonesian plantations committed to environmental sustainability. You’ll find a large selection of in-stock and special-order Summer Classics teak furniture at our store in Williamsburg, VA.

Absolutely. While it may cost more upfront, teak furniture is the kind of timeless, long-lasting furniture you can pass down for generations. It will last for decades. In fact, you can easily find teak park benches that have survived for a half-century or more. Outdoor furniture made of other materials may cost less, but you’ll likely have to replace it much sooner, making teak furniture a long-lasting, cost-effective choice.