Cedar Oil For Wood And Other Useful Ways To Maintain Outdoor Furniture

For those who take pride in their furniture, remaining on top of repair needs, general maintenance tasks and routine upkeep can be tricky. This is especially true when dealing with utilities constructed from wood, as these particular choices can suffer a notable decline over time, or due to varied weather conditions. Maintenance doesn’t need to be a complex and time-consuming task however, with a wide array of helpful products and foolproof methods to explore when overseeing outdoor furniture.

From chairs made of teak and redwood, to acacia and cedar tables, let the team at Treatex Ltd take you through what to expect as you review your maintenance options in 2023.

Why Maintain?

Ask yourself why you want to maintain wooden furniture within the garden or outside of your property. As simple as overseeing the condition of tables, seating and other crafted utilities. If there is a noticeable decline in equipment quality, harsh weather expected within the area or you’re refurbishing an area and want your wooden details to match, take stock of conditions and maintain accordingly. Maintaining existing furniture is a great way to save money on costly brand new replacements.

You may be surprised to learn within this guide that affordable oils, paints and other finishes could be all you need. In general, crafted wooden furniture is desirable due to the lightweight strength, multitude of beautiful designs and enduring appeal, so why allow such a thoughtfully-crafted item to decline when timber preservation is so easy?

Oils, Paints And More

Often environmentally friendly, long-lasting and easy to apply, the oils, paints and protective coatings supplied by Treatex Ltd are well worth considering for a range of wood types. Specifically formulated for the natural properties of individual wood constructions, garden benches, tables and chairs are among the prominent picks.Softwoods and hardwoods are catered for, and we provide a thorough guide on each product page for clarity.

Applied both directly to bare wood, and over the top of wood stains, a decorative wood finish with protective qualities is the best of both worlds, guarding your furniture from damage and offering a good-as-new appearance. Ultimately, the aim is to bring out the natural character of wood, ensuring an authentic appearance once coatings have been applied. Penetrate the timber and revive wood surfaces to their gorgeous original tones, providing your favourite garden party furniture selections with a brand new lease of life. All types of furniture, decking and floors can be maintained and rejuvenated with high quality oils.

Material And Design

Instead of taking a more general approach, we’ve put together a number of unique product offerings for your consideration, each being specific to wood material types and scenarios. Premature degradation and disintegration is a genuine issue concerning outdoor furniture, so look to our online catalogue for the answers you need:

Exterior Oils

The repercussions of constant sunlight exposure can be detrimental to the condition of wood furniture, therefore this discolouration and deterioration must be prevented. Treatex UV Oil is a simple yet effective exterior oil treatment for timber surfaces, penetrating into the surfaces of your wooden garden furniture and attaching to the capillaries for utmost protection. Especially useful when dealing with vertical timber preservation, apply this oil to doors and windows for fantastic results. You can rest assured that this solution is even made from refined natural ingredients.

Best Suited To: Wooden surfaces vulnerable to the sun.

Teak Protection

Unlike other exterior solutions, Treatex Teak Protection requires a wet-on-wet application, instead of allowing each coat to completely dry first as is the case with many other oils. Well suited to the protection of exterior surfaces including crafted wood garden furniture and even boat decking, waterproofing qualities are especially desirable, and this sturdy protective layer is popular for this exact reason. For a solvent-free exterior wood finish, this is the sensible choice.

Best Suited To: Wood surfaces regularly exposed to water.

Cedar Oil

Combat the effects of the most extreme of conditions with Treatex Cedar Oil. Thoughtfully designed to handle almost any climate and unpredictable conditions, this formula attaches to timber capillaries, offering complete protection against wind, rain and even snow. Best suited for timbers such as cedar and larch, both common within decorative wooden furniture, alternative Treatex Grey Cedar Oil has a similar purpose, but also immediately improves the colour of your ageing cedar.

Best Suited To: Cedar or larch furniture.

Classic Colour Collection

A fine quality finish with plenty of tones to select from, if you’re looking for a durable and easy-to-apply finish for all types of timber, the Classic Colour Collection is ideal for use 365 days of the year. Composed from a formula tried and tested in extreme conditions, this finish is made from a range of natural, sustainable and entirely raw materials (soybean, sunflower oil, bee and carnauba wax), to provide incredible UV and water resistance for your favoured wooden chair or table.

Best Suited To: Being used on opaque wood.

Routine Cleaning

Routine cleaning of your outside furniture may seem like a slightly pointless task considering the constant exposure to difficult conditions, but regularly reviewing the condition of that signature cedar ornament or teak garden table could add considerably to its lifespan. A rule of thumb is to steer clear of any abrasive products and scrubs, while wood polishers and all purpose anti-bacterial cleaners are the premium choice of equipment.

Gently wash your wooden garden furniture with warm soapy water and avoid the use of pressure washers or hoses. You may even want to invest in a furniture cover to protect the material if your furniture is being left unused over a prolonged period.

Consulting Experts

Just as effective as cleaning your furniture is having it professionally restored or refurbished - though this is best recommended when your furniture has notably declined and would be difficult to repair through conventional D.I.Y means. A badly damaged chair leg, or a table with slats missing could mean trouble, so locate yourself a reputable local tradesman and have your favourite garden party showpiece restored to former glory. You may want to focus on the upkeep of this revitalised wooden piece - so look through cleaning and preservation choices at your convenience.

Not sure which oil, preservent or protective polish would be best for your particular wood choice? We can point you in the right direction. You may not even be aware of the wood type your garden accessory is made of, but not to worry - we have the right environmentally friendly product to satisfy all common wood material types.

Treatex Ltd: Water Based Wood Paint And Other Timber Preservation Solutions

Ask anyone at Treatex, wood is our passion. As trusted specialists, we provide a growing range of high-quality wood finish products, which will result in a visually pleasing exterior for your accessories and furniture - protected from damage too! With over four decades in the timber and wood finishing industries, our team is equipped with up-to-date knowledge concerning effective surface treatment. Oils, paints and varnishes can all be browsed online, with user-friendly solutions drying quickly, and allowing for easy maintenance when required.

Authentic and natural, our high quality finishes will enhance the beauty of wood, be it a cherished piece of furniture from your garden, or a new addition to the home which has sustained damage. All Treatex finishes are easy to apply, attractive and durable, suitable for a range of wood materials including oak, mahogany and teak. We have established ourselves as one of the top suppliers of wood finishes in the UK, Europe, and Australasia by concentrating on friendly and efficient service. Members of our team are all more than qualified and happy to help, so contact us today with any queries you may have.