How do I maintain the bench? Is it real teak wood?
905891
it's teak, you dont really have to do anything..will change to grayer color. if you with you can use teak oil
905892
I would suggest applying the teak oil BEFORE you put it together. I put the first coating on after it was assembled and it was a pain. I took it apart for the second coating and it is currently drying. I'll get one more on soon and then put it back together.
905893
I believe it to be real teak, as Amazon stated. It is still beautiful after having it on front porch several months. Plan to use the teak oil on it to preserve color.
905894
It's really simple. Go to Amazon and search for "Teak Oil". Use a rag to apply teak oil annually. I have a teak table as well as the teak bench and it takes about 20 minutes to apply to all of my teak items. and yes, it is real teak wood... at least the one they sent me is.
2088358
The bench is made with real wood. It is precisely cut and ready to assemble. Assembly was simple and the final product is very sturdy.
1443099
We've had our shower bench for about a year and so far so good. Teak is a natural wood for wet environments. Thats why its used on so many lux moter and sail boats. Even when it's not maintained its natural oils and dense composition continue to maintain its integrety. depending upon the amount of use and harsh chemicals, such as soaps and other hair products you may have to use some teak oil on it every now and then, depending upon ones personal preferance for that 'new' look.
1942754
The bench has to be assembled and is sturdy. Remember that you raise the seat to put things inside. I would contact the manufacturer and ask the question. We purchased a separate outdoor waterproof cushion to put on top - if you do that - remember to measure accurately the area for the cushion.
572639
The comments so far are an accurate assessment of the bench's construction. To use it outside, you need to give it a good coat of marine varnish, polyurethane, and put some kind of feet pads on the bottoms of the legs, perhaps rubber. If this were done, it would survive well outside. If you DIY, the cost of materials would be around $25.
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It's probably fir, but whatever it is, it's terrific. I gave it two coats of marine polyurethane and after 6 months outside it still looks like new.I haven't seen any bench of this size and quality for much less than $300, and I paid only $75. Also, easy to assemble.
2085360
You care for it as with any wood board. Wipe it clean after each use and moisten with a food-grade oil, available from Amazon or most hardware stores.
109213
Chairs, table and cushions are all doing just fine. The cover [I bought all of this on one sale deal from Amazon] lasted but one summer and winter and the fabric got stiff and began to split when removed and reinstalled. Teak even when covered wants frequent re-oiling. I finally refinished all my teak in marine-grade teack varnish and solved that task. Looks great too.
2014177
I use lemon pledge but there are a variety of products to use. Google: preserving wood furniture.
1457292
I would suggest a good coat of polyurethane or a coat of exterior paint to protect the bench if you were going to keep it outside, even on a covered balcony. The finish is ok, but I doubt it would withstand moisture on a regular basis.
491856
It teak wood which is very durable. You have to oil it every now and again to keep the color and also the water resistance. I use it for a step out coming out of the shower. Worth it for the richness look of it.
667581
the back of the seat is flat and 3/4" from the wall where it mounts so you don't really sit back it is real teak wood and is holding up well should wipe down periodically with teak oil to maintain the darker color as it will lighten in color if not
2081385
It's pretty sturdy. But I actually found something at one of the big hardware stores that we use as a bench and it has a place for a cushion and storage and it's white. Have a look at one of those if you need a bench with storage because I have a feeling it's exactly what you're looking for.
1626294
Hello, I have the benches for about 2 years now and lots of people have been using it. They are very versatile, solid and comfortable. You always can put some cushions on top of it. Thomas
109212
Chairs are holding up fine. inherent in teakwood is a natural weathering.you can freshen up the set using teak oil
1320975
I don't know if the seat is genuine teak wood. Mine has been used almost daily in a shower for 1 year and the wood still looks good.
723569
To be honest with you the real wood is still a light weight wood and hard to tell what is real and what is not... But I like this bench! My two year old sits on it daily ( time out and when we put shoes on to leave ) I store his backpack and my diaper bag for my baby inside. There are four of us sitting on it often and it still works and looks like it did the day I put it together! On another side note: directions we a total waste! I put it together by myself and it took about a hour. Hope this helps