Good quality, excellent value.
As described, the teak used for this bench was of good quality, having none of the heart wood (paler) in it. The joints were well cut, and accordibgly, fitted well.All the timber was well finished, and only required a quick brush over with a couple of coats of 50/50 oil and spirit mix to bring out the rich colours. Some people prefer to allow the teak to weather to a silver grey colour, but I always think that whilst the teak will not rot it does run the risk of joints drying out, becoming loose, then wearing further.
I am a carpenter, and hard to please when buying anything made of wood, but was more than satisfied with this bench. I do not think you will find a bench for the same sort of money that is made from quality timber, and properly jointed. If it is oiled once a year, and not left out all winter I can see it outlasting me. (not hard given my lifestyle!)
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