North Cape International Teak product is SOLID TEAK from Indonesia.
North Cape Teak products are plantation-grown and harvested from mature trees that are 50-60 years old. This line of teak is part of a replenished forestry program, where a new tree is planted for each one that is harvested. Plantation teak is oven - or air-dried for moisture control.
The hardware on North Cape's Teak furniture is zinc-coated steel that has been plated in brass. The zinc helps minimize corrosion, steel was chosen for strength, and brass for its luster.
USE & CARE FOR PLANTATION TEAK:
You may choose to allow your teak to weather to a beautiful silver-gray patina or treat it twice a year to preserve the teak's golden finish.
Should you choose to treat your teak, it is recommended using an oil or sealer specifically made for teak.
Teak may be cleaned using a wood cleaner or light sanded with 600 (or higher) grit sandpaper.
We recommend that you leave your teak products outside year-round (under a furniture cover in the off-season), but if that is not an option, teak must be stored in a COOL, DRY place over the winter.