Choosing Teak FurnitureGina Samarotto

Samarotto Design Group

Virtues of Teak

Rich color and good looks

Lasts for decades – very strong

Resists weather related damage

Eco-friendly, sustainable resource

Low maintenance

Remains comfortable regardless of temperature

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Flexible Beauty

Classic look and feel

Left outdoors – develops a soft grey patina

Weathered grey teak can be restored to a warm honeyed glow by sanding and application of good quality teak oil

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Choose Kiln Dried Teak

Hallmark of well-made furniture

Low moisture content

Good for hot, dry climates

Prevents splitting and cracking

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Choose Clear Heartwood

No unsightly knots, gaps or cracks

Uniformity of color

Uniformity of texture

Increased strength

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Choose Quality Craftsmanship

Look for dowel, mortise and tenon, construction

Avoid products where nails and screws are in place for stability

Avoid products with visible glue in the seams/joints

A hand crafted artisan process lends more durability while also delivering a cleaner, more enticing aesthetic

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How to choose your vendor

Published information detailing the selection and care process

Minimally 10-years designing, manufacturing, distributing, and supporting teak products

Skilled phone and online real time support professionals

Offers a complete selection

Well known in the marketplace

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