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Teak Furniture in Winter

Yes, teak can stay outside all winter. Anderson Teak says teak lives outdoors all year, and Kingsley Bate says it withstands snow and freezing. Bring the cushions in, clean the wood before it sits, and if you cover it, use a cover that breathes.

Teak outside in winter

Teak
Stays outside all year, per Anderson Teak; withstands snow and freezing, per Kingsley Bate
Cushions
Indoors and dry, per Kingsley Bate
Warranty
Anderson and Kingsley Bate exclude freeze damage, and small cosmetic end grain checks, from their warranties
A teak garden bench on a Nantucket lawn

Teak furniture covers

Use a cover that breathes or is vented, Kingsley Bate says, so moisture does not sit against the wood. Country Casual makes its covers in breathable, water resistant polyester and says to store them completely dry. Anderson says to cover the furniture or move it to a sheltered spot.

The frames stay out, teak deep seating, chaise lounges and teak coffee tables included. Only the Sunbrella cushions come in.

Teak folding chairs on a covered porch

Snow, ice and winter storage

Snow
Brush heavy snow off tabletops and seats
Indoors
A dry, unheated garage or shed, per Kingsley Bate; clean and dry the teak first
Small storage
The Montage bistro table and the Windsor folding chairs fold flat
A teak lounger on a pool deck

Teak care by season

SeasonTeak care
SpringHand tighten the hardware, wash with mild detergent, seal if you want the golden color; teak oil goes on above 50 °F, per Star brite
SummerWash again as needed, 2 to 3 times a year in all, per Anderson; let cushions dry on edge after rain
FallClean and dry the teak before it sits for winter; bring cushions in
WinterOutside under a cover that breathes, or in a dry, unheated space; brush off heavy snow

Sources Anderson Teak FAQ, Anderson Teak care and maintenance, Kingsley Bate FAQ, Country Casual furniture cover, Star brite Premium Golden Teak Oil. Checked October 5, 2026.

Short answers

Teak in winter questions

The long ones go to help@teakpatiostore.com.

Can teak be left outdoors permanently

Yes. Anderson Teak says teak can stay outdoors all year; it weathers to silver gray without losing strength. Cushions are the part to bring in.

Should I cover teak furniture in winter

It is optional. If you do, use a cover that breathes or is vented, per Kingsley Bate, and put it on clean, dry furniture.

Where should I store teak furniture in winter

Somewhere dry and unheated, such as a garage or shed, Kingsley Bate says. Clean and dry the teak first and tighten the hardware by hand in spring.

Does freezing crack teak

Kingsley Bate says teak withstands snow and freezing, yet Anderson and Kingsley Bate both exclude freeze damage from their warranties. Small cosmetic cracks in the end grain, called checks, are a separate thing that opens as wood wets and dries.

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