Another topic and question that we regularly get asked is how often do I need to oil my outdoor teak garden furniture? Teak is quite a sizeable investment so it goes without saying that customers want to ensure they are doing everything they possibly can to get the maximum lifespan from their teak outdoor furniture. […]
Keeping your beautiful outdoor teak furniture in the best possible condition is something we all love to do, but there can be times when the teak may start to look dark or even black. In this latest blog from us here at Ottena, we will take a look at why this might occur and what […]
Here at Ottena, we do not think there are really any downsides to choosing solid teak garden furniture, but we always like to be clear about the pros and cons of this quite spectacular timber. So, in this latest blog, we will take a look at the potential disadvantages of teak wood and discuss what […]
The very simple answer to this question is, yes! Teak is a fantastic timber that we love and is built to withstand pretty much whatever the elements can throw its way. With its naturally high oil content and tight grain structure, it is the perfect timber for your outdoor garden furniture. We may be a […]
Teak garden furniture is the perfect choice for any outdoor location and gives many years of enjoyment. A question we get asked quite frequently is can I treat my furniture with oil and what oil is best to use. The two most common ones we come across are good old teak oil and Danish oil, […]
With the inevitable UK climate, one thing we can 100% guarantee is that any outdoor furniture is certainly going to get rained on! But is this a problem? Should I cover my furniture? Should I store it indoors? Hopefully we can shed a little light on this subject with our latest blog. As we all […]
After an extremely busy summer and the very nice weather that has blessed us from time to time, it is at this time of the year we start to look at placing orders for both our teak garden furniture and our wooden garden parasols. We have built very good and strong relationships with suppliers over […]
As we head through another typical UK summer with the weather blazing hot one day and raining the next, it gives us a chance to think about those maintenance tips for your teak garden furniture. As we all know teak has fantastic natural properties that make it simply perfect for outdoor furniture. Its high oil […]