The teak-care sequence in this reference starts by taking off cushions and brushing away leaves, cobwebs, and loose dirt. A soft-bristled brush follows the timber grain rather than scouring across it. This prepares the surface before water and cleaner are introduced.

Start Teak Furniture Care with a Gentle Brush

A gentle wood-cleaning solution can then lift the remaining grime with a sponge or cloth. Choose products suited to teak and its existing treatment, and allow the furniture to dry before seasonal storage. Routine cleaning should preserve the wood's condition rather than chase a shine through aggressive scrubbing.

Removing dry debris first makes the later wash more controlled and less abrasive.