New year refresh: Why teak furniture is great for gardens and how to take care of it

The new year is the perfect time for a reset. And that doesn’t just mean resetting your mind and body with resolutions to be more active, eat more healthily, or be more organised, but also a refresh of your surroundings.

Though many will prioritise sprucing up their home interior, it’s important to not leave out the treasured outdoor haven that is your garden, so that when the warmer seasons come around, you’re all ready to enjoy it to the max.

Central to this is garden seating and furniture. But with such temperamental weather as we have, it’s vital to make sure that these are withstanding, as well as being stylish and comfortable.

That’s where teak furniture by Luxus Home and Garden comes in.

If you’ve never heard of teak furniture before, it is hardwood furniture made from the Tectona grandis tree, commonly found in Asia and now also cultivated in tropical areas such as Central America.

The properties of teak make it particularly well-suited to use as outdoor furniture, as it has a longer lifespan than most other wood varieties and is highly durable. For this reason, it has often been used as the decking of ships and boats throughout history.

Teak has many benefits, most particularly its hard-wearing nature, meaning it can be left outside all year round and survives well in all weather conditions - a must when living in England!

As a form of wood, it’s sustainable, practical and strong, as well as versatile - suiting various needs, individual tastes, and fitting any outdoor space easily and stylishly.

What’s more, it’s easy to maintain teak furniture. Due to its durability, it won’t crack easily, and will keep an attractive appearance for the long haul, especially if properly looked after.

Over time, teak will