Q: We have (whoops, had) beautiful high-end, outdoor teak furniture. Several years ago it had just reached that lovely patina-stage of aging and was very smooth to touch. While we were away on ...

Linseed or flaxseed oil is one of the most beloved wood finishes in the world. It penetrates deep into the wood fibers to protect against minor surface scratches and changes in humidity. It’s easy to ...

Q. I was stationed in Europe during the 1950s. I bought a great deal of Danish furniture, all made with teak, some of it solid, but most of it veneer over maple and other hardwoods. No one ever ...