This material has been lauded as the gold standard for luxury outdoor furniture, but is it worthy of this status? Our experts break it down ...

Q: We have (whoops, had) beautiful high-end, outdoor teak furniture. Several years ago it had just reached that lovely patina-stage of aging and was very smooth to touch. While we were away on ...

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Teak is the most popular wood for outdoor furniture. “Its density and high oil content keep it from drying and splitting, and termites don’t like it,” Ron Safran says.

Tung oil is the favorite finish of boat builders to protect their teak decks. It penetrates wood fibers and results in a deep, lustrous finish that brings out the grain and character of the wood.

Teak is a popular choice for outdoor furniture, and it’s no surprise as this wood has many standout qualities. Durable and reassuringly weighty, its distinctive reddish, rich tones are highly ...

When it comes to outdoor furniture, there’s almost nothing like the simple elegance of teak. It’s one of the most durable woods and, believe it or not, it’s easy to restore and maintain ...