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EN Care instructions of wooden surfaces
• PLEASE FOLLOW THESE CARE INSTRUCTIONS IN
ORDER TO MAINTAIN THE APPEARANCE AND LIFE OF
THIS PRODUCT.
• Wood is a natural material whose appearance will
deteriorate when left outside. A surface coating is vital
in protecting it from premature ageing or splitting after
it has been exposed to the weather. A finish should be
applied regularly to ensure that the wood is protected
and to keep it looking at its best.
• This product has been treated with teak oil (linseed
oil) during manufacture and does not require a further
application of teak oil before being left outside. If the
product is intentionally left outside for a prolonged period
of adverse weather, further finish must be applied. Please
refer to the maintenance instructions below for the
application of teak oil.
• Due to the high density of certain hardwoods, fine
surface cracks may occur over time from weathering,
but these won’t affect the structural integrity of the
product.
After 2 months of use and at the end of
the season
• In order to maintain the appearance of the wood, regular
coatings of Teak Oil must be applied. The frequency will
depend on the weather conditions experienced.
1. Ensure that you refer to the manufacturers guidelines of
the Teak Oil that you use.
2. Teak Oil is best applied with a clean cloth. Simply wipe the
oil onto the wood surface straight from the container.
3. Treat all surfaces of the product, ensure that any hidden
surfaces (such as those exposed when the product is
turned upside down) are adequately treated. Particular
care should be given to the end grain, to all joints and to
any crevices that may have been caused by damage.
4. Let the surface dry out, this can take between 4 and 12
hours depending on the surrounding conditions.
5. Repeat the above steps with at least 2 more coats of oil.
Extra coats may leave a semi gloss sheen once the oil has
dried out but any excess oil can be wiped off with a clean
cloth.
CAUTION: DO NOT leave cloths used for applying
the solvent based finish where they may
constitute a fire hazard, as they are liable to
spontaneous combustion, i.e. self igniting
without warning. Immediately after use,
saturate all cloths used for applying the
solvent based finish with water and dispose of
safely outside the home.
• Should you choose not to treat this product, then it will
turn a greyish colour and develop cracks. Light sanding
can restore the original colour after which Teak Oil can
be applied in accordance with the instructions above.
Tannin exudation
• Tannin is a naturally occurring element in many wood
species which may exude from the surface of the wood.
This whilst normally harmless to touch, soil, grass and/or
plants etc. may cause stains to the surface of hard areas
such as patios or decking.
• To clean the Tannin marks it may be possible to use
a proprietary cleaning product or, alternatively, use
a water-based Wood Restorer/Brightener (typically
containing oxalic acid and available from a B&Q Store). It
is important that any stains are removed within 1 – 2 days
of them occurring.
• Care should be exercised to follow the manufacturer’s
guidelines for the type of cleaner used and that a test
is carried out on a small area first to determine the
effectiveness of the chosen product. This is particularly
important on wooden decking areas where the existing
surface finish may be damaged due to the application of
the cleaning agent. If decking has become discoloured
from the cleaning it can be restored with a suitable wood
finish.
• To reduce future tannin exudation it is important to follow
the maintenance instructions above.
Maintenance
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