Tavolino BM5868

Yes. Untreated teak weathers naturally from its original warm tone to a silver-grey patina when exposed to sun and rain. This is an inherent quality of the wood, not a sign of deterioration. Applying teak oil periodically can slow the process and preserve the warmer tone if preferred.

Teak is naturally high in oils and silica, making it exceptionally resistant to moisture, insects, and decay without treatment. Occasional cleaning with mild soap and water is generally sufficient. If the silver patina is not desired, a light sanding followed by teak oil can restore the original color.

FSC certification means the teak is sourced from forests managed to strict environmental and social standards set by the Forest Stewardship Council. It ensures the wood's chain of custody is traceable and that harvesting practices support long-term forest health.

Børge Mogensen (1914-1972) was a Danish furniture designer whose work centered on function, honesty of material, and democratic accessibility. Trained under Kaare Klint at the Royal Danish Academy, he developed a vocabulary of restrained, durable forms rooted in Scandinavian craft tradition. His pieces remain in production today because they were resolved at their conception.

The BM5868 was conceived as a companion to lounge and garden seating. It works naturally alongside other Mogensen pieces in the Carl Hansen & Søn outdoor range, as well as with low-slung chairs and daybeds from mid-century or Scandinavian-influenced collections where its spare profile and teak materiality create a coherent dialogue.