The forest
“Kerala's minimum teak harvest rotation is 50–60 years. Premium logs sold at auction are often 100+ years old.”
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“Kerala's minimum teak harvest rotation is 50–60 years. Premium logs sold at auction are often 100+ years old.”
Royal Nilambur
Ownership Guide
Teak is one of the most forgiving woods to own. Follow these simple steps and your furniture will outlive you.
Indoor teak furniture benefits from a teak oil application once a year, usually before the dry winter season. Outdoor pieces should be oiled twice a year — once before summer and once before monsoon.
Avoid wax-based polishes and silicone sprays. They seal the pores and prevent the wood from breathing, which can lead to cracking over time. Use only purpose-made teak oil or a food-safe oil like pure tung oil.
No — greying is a natural process called silvering, caused by UV exposure and oxidation. The timber is not damaged. A light sand with 220-grit sandpaper followed by teak oil will restore the original golden colour in a single afternoon.
For fresh stains, wipe immediately with a dry cloth. For dried water rings, lightly sand the area with 220-grit sandpaper along the grain, then re-oil. Deep stains may need 150-grit, then 220-grit, then oil.
Need restoration advice?
Our craftsmen are available Mon–Sat 10am–7pm for care consultations.
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