Sustainable Teak Furniture

The teak commonly used in outdoor furniture today is from the wood species known as Tectona Grandis. This large flowering tree is native to south and southeast Asia. Teak has long been prized as a material for shipbuilding and outdoor furniture. Teak’s high oil content makes it waterproof and impervious to termites and other pests. The tight grain of the wood makes it strong, but still easy to work with to create a variety of different shapes and uses.

Whether you prefer your teak aged to silvery perfection, or cleaned and protected to maintain a honey-golden finish, the investment in teak outdoor furniture is money well spent. Due to the extreme durability of teak, it is common to see teak furniture passed down from generation to generation. This is why we use the term “heirloom teak” to refer to these pieces, which will endure indoors or out for generations to come. (Read more in our blog about the best teak outdoor furniture).