Chinese Teak is Making a Comeback in the Year of the Wood Horse
Kiong Hee Huat Tsai as the Chinese say for Happy Chinese Lunar New Year. In Mandarin, this would be Kung Hei Fat Choi. With the exit of the year of the water snake and the entry of the year of the wood horse, there is a sudden comeback and demand for Chinese Teak furniture, particularly, the antique ones. Teak furniture is made either from rare Teakwood lumber, Teak forests from human tree planting, or from recycled Teakwood from old houses, temples, and buildings.
Though Teak furniture is best known coming from Malaysia, India, or Burma, many westerners are suddenly taking a liking to Chinese Teak made from the vast Teak forests in northern China. Teak has a natural durability to withstand extreme weather conditions. This unique characteristic in Teak has made it perfect as outdoor furniture and has somewhat made it a status symbol. Chinese Teak can last as long as 70 years even when continuously exposed to the elements. It cannot break down like plastic. It will not bend or break like tubular metals and will not rust. Teak even has a natural repellent against termites.
It is normal for Chinese Teak pieces to be passed down through family generations. Today, many types of Chinese Teak furniture is produced and manufactured for indoor use. Even old Teak pieces only need minor furniture restoration if they have aged for some time. Chinese Teak, like any Teak anywhere, is easier to clean and preserve. Teak has natural oils that come out to protect it. There is no need for varnish, water sealants, or wood oil since these would only peel away in time. Cleaning can be done with just ordinary water, soap, and bleach to remove stains, mildew and molds.
Even the toughest food and drink stains can be easily removed with just water and soap. Many will thus, notice a sudden flooding in the market of recycled Chinese Teak furniture made from old salvaged Teak lumber. These are far cheaper than newly manufactured ones but may need some minor furniture restoration or furniture refinishing if they have aged for some time, or especially if they are proven to be Chinese antique Teak pieces. For refinishing and restoration for all types of antique furniture including recycled Chinese teak furniture, it is best to consult a truly professional furniture company. Once refinished and restored, Chinese Teak furniture make a great addition for any home improvement.