http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Napton+Teaks Home Management Napton Teaks Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=83876&ca=Home+Management In the 1970s, homes were full of teak furniture. It was popular because it was affordable, durable and fashionable. Then came the 1980s and 1990s where the lighter the furniture the better, and where low-cost furniture stores sprang up to offer ranges of coolly-designed furniture to those with less... Home Management Napton Teaks Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=83877&ca=Home+Management Although estate agents and property pundits keep telling us that the “kitchen-diner” is the place to be, there’s still a lot to be said for a more formal dining area in your home. Many people who love the informality of a kitchen table also want to have somewhere special for family occasions, holida... Home Management Napton Teaks Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=84190&ca=Home+Management Teak, or Tectona grandis, grows in most areas between the Tropic of Cancer and the tropic of Capricorn. It is believed that teak was introduced to Java from India between 400 and 600 years ago, but it can be dated back to as early as 7th Century Thailand, where it was used to construct and decorate... Home Management Napton Teaks Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=83872&ca=Home+Management Teak is a popular wood with furniture makers and buyers across the world. Once heavily used, the deforestation of teak is now strictly controlled to ensure a continued and rejuvenated supply of wood. What is it that makes teak so desirable? 1. Strength Teak is a hard wood. It is strong and durable,... Home Management Napton Teaks Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=83874&ca=Home+Management Moving into your first home, or climbing up the property ladder is always exciting. One of the best parts of having more space is deciding on how you’re going to use each room in the house, and what furniture you need to buy. In today’s world of home décor magazines, TV shows and internet marketing,... Home Management Napton Teaks Tue, 12 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=83875&ca=Home+Management It’s always nice to buy a wonderful piece of furniture and to see it taking pride of place in your home, but if you don’t look after it well, then you could find that it no longer looks as great as it once did. Most good furniture is made from solid wood, and there are several ways you can make sure... Home Management Napton Teaks Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=81456&ca=Home+Management Teak, a tropical hardwood found mainly in Southeast Asia, is extremely popular both for its natural beauty and its ease of maintenance. It is a naturally oily and very dense wood, making it highly weather resistant and, therefore, perfect for outdoor furniture. With just a little care and attention... Home Management Napton Teaks Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=81458&ca=Home+Management Teak furniture is a beautiful addition to any home, but when you think you’ve paid for quality how can you be sure that you are getting the real thing? There is a small number of companies who may not be completely honest with you as to the quality and authenticity of what they are trying to sell yo... Home Management Napton Teaks Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=81461&ca=Home+Management Teak is truly a “super” wood. Its many qualities make it an attractive choice when people are buying their furniture, for either inside or outside. Durability Teak is a dense, coarse, close-grained hardwood. It contains naturally high levels of resinous oil that acts as an insect repellent and allow... Home Management Napton Teaks Mon, 04 Sep 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=81463&ca=Home+Management With so many companies selling teak furniture it can be difficult to know where to start, but you need to consider some key points before you make your purchase. • Visit lots of different companies to compare products and prices and take time to consider your purchase fully • Before buying any teak...