If you’re on the market for teak wood furniture, you’ve probably noticed that it can be expensive, especially if you’re looking for high-quality teak wood furniture. Although teak wood is costly, there is a reason why the prices are higher than other woods. That’s because, quite simply, teak wood is the best. Here is what makes teak wood so expensive but worth it.
What Makes Teak Wood So Expensive
It’s Long Lasting
Teak wood is very long lasting and has been used as a building material for thousands of years. In the boating world, yachters tend to be the best testimonials as it is extremely durable and requires very little maintenance.
There are many old buildings built with teak wood that seems to be untouched by time. When you purchase high-quality teak wood furniture, you can rest assured that you’re buying something that will last a lifetime.
It’s Naturally Resistant
One of the reasons teak wood is long lasting is because it is naturally resistant. This wood is naturally resistant to both weather and pests. That means your furniture won’t be ruined by moisture outside and won’t be chewed through by termites or other pests.
It’s Strong
Teak wood is a naturally durable wood, especially the heartwood found at the center. When you buy teak wood furniture, you’ll be confident that it will last the test of time. There will be no frustration in purchasing furniture that quickly cracks or breaks!
It Takes Time to Mature
Teak wood takes 20-25 years to mature into a tree large enough to harvest. Because the heartwood is the highest quality of wood and the most desirable for furniture, it can take 40 years to get a large enough tree to produce the desired grade ‘A’ teak wood. Time costs money, which means that your teak wood furniture will be priced higher than a softer, less expensive wood.
It’s A Popular Choice
Another reason teak wood is so expensive is that it’s a popular choice. Many people want teak wood furniture. Since the trees planted decades ago are only just now being harvested for furniture, companies only have so much wood to sell. Being in higher demand makes teak wood a natural valuable resource for furniture.
Even though teak wood is more expensive than other woods, it is the best for furniture. Not only is it sturdy and naturally resistant, but it also is a beautiful wood. If you purchase high-quality teak wood furniture, the price is an investment in furniture that will last.
Buy Teak.
Westminster Teak specializes in high-end teak furniture and their steamer chair was rated “Best Overall” by the Wall Street Journal. The company offers a lifetime guarantee on all teak furniture, as well as a money-back guarantee that includes free shipping if you’re not satisfied with your purchase. Westminster only uses teak from certified renewable plantations.
For more on the perfect outdoor living check out what Westminster Teak has to offer today via their website as well as Facebook and Instagram.
*Westminster Teak is a client of Trippin with Tara, but as always, all opinions are our own.
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In Pittsburgh,PA there is a wholesale teak furniture dealer, Nadeau Furniture, on McKnight Rd. Really nice stuff and VERY reasonable prices on everything there.