To restore your teak furniture to its original color, the best approach is to sand lightly with a fine grain sandpaper. Then, depending on your preference, reapply teak oil or just leave it as it is. We recommend these steps for best results;

Wash the wood with a mild soap and warm water. This will remove surface dirt and some of the oxidation. Choose from many products available from your hardware store for cleaning teak wood furniture.

After cleaning the wood, let it dry overnight. The next step is to sand with a fine grain sandpaper. 320 grit is fine. Sanding  reveals the true color of the wood. Sand lightly and be sure that you always follow the direction of the grain.

Once the wood is sanded and looks like the photo above, use a clean, dry cotton cloth to wipe residual dust. Make sure the wood is clean and dry before you apply a finish.

The final step is to apply the teak wood finish. We recommend a brush to apply the oil in a light, even application at least three times. Allow one hour between coats to allow the teak oil to saturate the wood. You decide how many coats to apply by the color of the wood, and personal preference.

Enjoy your restored furniture!