TEA
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As teak is a natural material, it can exhibit variations in both colou
r
and texture from piece to piece. The teak used in both the Ville and
RFH collections is untreated and therefore will develop a silver-gre
y
patina over time. This hardwood possesses natural oils and tigh
t
grain patterns that are resistant to rot and decay, making it an ideal
choice for outdoor furniture.
CARE & CLEANIN
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To clean both treated and untreated teak, begin by brushing or
dusting off any debris with a soft, dry cloth. Next, wipe the surfac
e
using another soft cloth or sponge wrung in a mild cleaning solution
.
Ensure no soapy residue remains on the teak before leaving to dr
y
naturally or wiping down.
Untreated teak will age gracefully over time, fading in colour to a
silver grey when left among the natural elements. However, if you
wish to preserve or enhance the original colour of the teak, simpl
y
apply a suitable furniture oil regularly. It is also possible to sand the
wood to restore its original colour if desired. Exposure to the el
-
ements may cause minor cracks and veins to rise in the products,
but this will not affect overall design or durability. During winter w
e
recommend storing your furniture in an unheated shelter and to
protect it from water exposure to prevent discolouration
.
All teak used in our outdoor collections is FSC
®
certi
fied and has been harvested with consideratio
n
towards fragile forest ecosystems and local communi-
ties, supporting responsible environmental, social and
economical management of the world’s forests
.
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