Teak is a tall, sturdy, evergreen tree indigenous to the tropical climate of Southeastern Asia. Indonesian Teakwood, the favorite among shipbuilders in centuries past for its durability, is a tight-grained hardwood with a naturally high oil content making it impervious to the constant salty wind and water, withering sunlight, and lashing rains of the untamed seas. Teak weathers gracefully, maturing to an elegant, silvery gray over time.

The popularity of teak as a patio furniture material has put increasing pressure on the regions where it naturally grows leading to government regulation and teak plantation management. The teak plantations play an important role in the development of a sustainable economy and the protection of this renewable resource. The Forestry Stewardship Council monitors the teak industry and certifies plantations for sustainably grown and harvested teak wood.

With proper care, teak products will last a lifetime making them a natural choice for outdoor use and a regular application of teak oil only helps to preserve the wood's ability to ward off decay and rot.