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I purchased a great teak patio set (large table and six substantial folding chairs) at Costco recently, and since it sits by our pool, we decided to oil it rather than let it just get grey with time. Also, we were worried about food stains to the table.
I’ve purchased a couple of quarts of Watco “Teak Oil” and we’re really happy with the way it makes the teak look.
Question: Does anyone know if what I’m buying is really just boiled linseed oil?
That’s what it sort of looks like, and if this is the case, I can sure save some significant $$ by just using that. Alternatively, is there something special about “teak” oil that I’d need to consider if I’m formulating my own?
Many thanks for your collective advice…. –Ken
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There are a lot of "witch's brews" being sold as teak oil. Most are just an oil (boiled linseed oil or tung) and resins (varnish). Some have mineral spirits added and some add some UV inhibitors. The problem with UV inhibitors are that they require significant thickness to be effective.
Some are 100% oil and like any oil, it provides little protection from moisture or other potato chip oil.
That said, I put a couple of coats of Watco oil/varnish in my teak table and chairs and keep them covered when not in use.
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