Teak Dining Chairs - How To Choose The Right Ones

By Jennifer Akre

So, you are thinking of getting a teak dining chairs and table set. Great choice! Teak is a beautiful wood that will have people looking at it and touching it for years to come.

So, do you know what teak dining chairs and table set you are buying yet? Not yet? Well here are a couple things you should think of to decide what will fit best in your dining room.

First, you have to literally know what will fit. Some teak dining chairs and tables are massive pieces that will take up a whole room. While they may look great in the showroom, they won't look too great in your home when they are so big they keep others out of the room. Before you start your shopping spree, measure the area you want the table to fill. Remember, you need to fit chairs and people around this table so don't make it too tight or you will make your company uncomfortable, feeling like if they eat their meal they may not be bale to get out from behind the table.

Once you have your measurements in hand, you can start to look at the various styles of teak tables that are on the market. In many furniture purchases you try to match the furniture to the style of the décor in the room. That is not going to be the case as much with a teak dining chairs and table set. The set will be setting the tone for the room. Teak wood has that kind of impact.
Do you have a specific shape in mind for your teak dining chairs and table? This, in part, may depend on the shape of your dining room. If you have a massive open dining room, you can pretty much pick whatever you want. But, if you have a square shaped dining room and want the table centered you are going to have to go with a square or circle table shape. Likewise, if you have a longer dining room, you may be better suited with an oval or rectangular table.

A few things to know about teak:
First, teak will change its appearance in your dining room. When you first get your teak dining chairs and table they may have a lot of orange tones in them, but over time, out of the sun, they will darken and become browner, across the board. The only way to stop this process is making sure the wood is well oiled, and maintained. You should check with your dealer for the best way to keep the color strong.

When it comes to general maintenance, teak dining chairs and tables are easy. You should keep your teak clear of debris and dusted, and periodically wipe it with a damp cloth.
Teak has an odor. It's nothing horrible, but some woods emit a smell. Teak is one of them. While most people don't mind, just as they don't mind cedar, those who have very sensitive noses may become annoyed by the scent of the wood over prolonged use.

Author Jennifer Akre is an owner of a wide variety of online specialty shops that offer both products and information on how you can easily furnish and decorate your space. Whether it's your living, bedroom, or even your deck or patio, there are many tips you can use to make your space both functional and beautiful. Today, she shares her insight on how to create a fabulous outdoor area by using luxurious teak patio furniture, gorgeous teak tables and posh patio furniture.
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