Teak a Look at This!

I was watching Oprah the other day when Nate, her interior designer, was on. At one point in the show he and Oprah were sitting in a gorgeous "outdoor living room". That's all the rage now, you know -- outdoor space made to seamlessly integrate with the rest of the home. It was SO beautiful! They were talking about teak furniture. Now, I've never been lucky enough to own any myself -- but someday I will. ;)

Here's a little FYI knowledge for you: Teakwood or Golden Teak is the king of hardwoods and it's one of the world's most valuable timbers, recognized for its durability and stability. Teak is more durable than any other hardwood and has unparalleled rich beauty. Teak can withstand all types of weather. Due to the oil and rubber found naturally in the wood, teak has a greater ability to withstand the elements than any other wood. For this reason it has been the preferred choice for boats, and in fact, has been used on aircraft carrier decks! This is because of its ability to resist splintering, warping and rotting. If left un-oiled, teak will turn a soft gray when allowed to remain outdoors. This process takes approximately one year, and is actually a desired effect.

So, after learning all of that, I went looking and found some beautiful teak tables online. The Adirondack Chairs and Loungers and Steamers are completely gorgeous! I can envision a couple of those loungers out on my deck right now, not to mention that 4-foot glider they have! Yep, one of these days .... ;)

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