Teak Cleaning and Care CARE & MAINTENANCE
DE-COLORIZATION OF TEAK OVER TIME: Please note: • Teak Shield is safe to use on both natural and finished teak. It will minimize but not completely eliminate the movement of teak oil from the wood surface to the cushions. • Teak Protector contains pigment to maintain the honey-brown color of natural teak. If used on finished teak, the protector can change the finish to have a yellowish undertone. It is recommended for use only on Natural Teak products. • Teak Cleaner is designed to be used only on Natural Teak. It should never be used to maintain finished teak, including products with Oyster Teak finish. Teak de-colorization occurs naturally with exposure to environmental elements and does not affect the structural integrity of the product. The diagram below is an estimate and will vary based on geographic location and climate.
NEW TEAK
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Teak de-colorization when left completely untreated
When you want to maintain a slight gray patina
teak shield
teak shield
When you want to maintain the original natural teak color
teak protector
teak protector
teak cleaner
teak protector
teak protector
OLD TEAK
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When you want to maintain a slight gray patina
teak cleaner
teak shield
When you want to maintain the original natural teak color
teak cleaner
teak protector
teak protector
For more detailed information and how-to videos on teak care visit SummerClassicsHome.com/Product-Care
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