How to Clean Teak Deck Furniture
Teak is a type of hardwood that produces natural oil. This gives teak good durability in humid conditions, so it is a common choice for outdoor uses such as decks. Teak deck furniture requires regular cleaning to maintain its resistance to moisture.
- Teak cleaner
- Clean cloth
- Garden hose
- Sprayer attachment
- Wood polish
- Teak sealant
- Purchase a teak cleaner at a hardware store or furniture store. Teak deck furniture requires a special cleaner due to the unique nature of the wood.
- Remove the cushions and other accessories from the teak deck furniture that are not made of teak wood.
- Apply the teak cleaner to a clean cloth. Gently rub the cleaner into the deep deck furniture according to the manufacturer's instructions. Ensure you cover areas of the furniture that are not easily visible.
- Rinse the excess cleaner from the teak deck furniture with a garden hose that has a sprayer attachment. Dry the furniture with a clean cloth.
- Apply wood polish to teak deck furniture with a cloth to remove any traces of the teak cleaner. Wood polish also provides a shine to the teak wood.
- Treat stubborn mildew stains on teak deck furniture with a two-part cleaner according to the manufacturer's instructions. This generally involves rubbing an acidic base onto the stain and neutralizing the acid with a neutralizing agent. Rinse the cleaner from the furniture thoroughly with water and dry it with a clean cloth.
- Apply a teak sealant to the teak deck furniture once each year according to the directions. This type of sealant prevents water from getting into the wood and causing it to dry out. Replace the cushions for the furniture.
- Store the furniture in a dry place during rainy weather. This practice will also help prolong the life of the wood.