Do not paint a teak bench. This is the simple answer and almost universal demand. teak furniture is a worthwhile investment that fits in the yard or wherever required. The range of sustainable and long-term hardwood 1 degree with a straw color with hints of deeper and richer. For its admirable characteristics, generally costs a bit 'more than other types of wood, but customers know they are a good buy for their money. That said, why would we try to cover a bench in teak with varnish or stain? Although the furniture is scratched, old or just generally ruin the prospect of a new coat of paint can look very attractive and sometimes be the best option. Brush before parting, however, make sure you know what you do. A failed foray into painting will not leave wood looking worse than when started.However addition to covering only beautiful grain and color of wood, paint a teak bench is recommended for most logistical reasons. The reason? Teak is notoriously difficult to paint because the wood produces natural oils that make paint adhesion much more difficult. On the positive side, these oils to prevent the wood from splitting and cracking, as well as fungi and insects infestations.If reject you insist to go ahead with the project, you must clean the wood surface. A surface finish should already be removed with turpentine to remove grease, wax or other debris. If the wood is not finished or you decide to strip the finish, you should clean the wood with acetone. The acetone breaks down the natural oils. Not that allow the primer to stick properly. buffer using sandpaper or soft scotchbrite next to smooth the surface. Once the wood is clean and smooth, apply a primer such as Zinsser 123 for example. Allow primer to dry completely, usually a day or two before moving on to painting. Try using only outdoor latex paints. Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore are probably the two most common brands on the market. Using a semi-gloss or gloss paint is best for removing dirt. Whatever you choose, apply an even layer of your teak bench, let this set. After that has dried completely, giving a second coat of paint. The more coats you apply, the color will come through, especially teak wood absorbs these, you can also use three coats.Now will be finished and we hope to achieve the results you are after. Unfortunately, even those who are extremely cautious may find the results paint a teak bench disappointing. The painting, especially after some time tends to peel the scar or teak and delicate is best known for this. Before you try to paint the best course of action is to consult a specialist at your local grocery store and a garden shop can recommend a better product for your specific case.So should paint a teak bench? The answer is again yes and no. If you do a good job with it, the painting can give new life elsewhere, antique furniture and old. Furthermore, with several colors of paint available, you have the advantage of being able to match other furniture décor. In conclusion, the color depends on what we have. new teak furniture is not exactly the advantage of being painted. It only masks the natural beauty of wood, which is probably paid more for, anyway. When buying new furniture, just use a sealer once or twice a year to protect it. The natural oils in the wood allow your teak bench continue to look great alone, with low maintenance requirements.