Stella Teak Outdoor Folding Chair

Details at a Glance

Grade-A teak withstands rain, sun, and salt air because its natural oil content repels moisture and resists rot without chemical coatings. The Stella Folding Chair in FSC-certified plantation teak with marine-grade stainless steel hardware and flat-fold storage is available at LOOMLAN Outdoor with free shipping. When you're not hosting, it collapses flat against a wall or stacks with other folding chairs.

How Well Does FSC-Certified Grade-A Teak Handle Rain and Salt Air?

Teak's natural silica content and dense grain make it one of the few hardwoods that can live outdoors year-round in coastal climates. It resists rot, insects, and moisture because the wood's oils push water away from the grain, and the marine-grade stainless steel folding hardware won't corrode when exposed to salt spray or constant humidity. The Dura Sling fabric dries within minutes after a storm, so the chair's ready to use again before the table is. Unlike powder-coated aluminum or resin wicker that can pit or crack, solid teak only gets stronger as it weathers.

Will the Teak Turn Grey, and Can You Stop It?

Yes, it will silver to a soft grey patina over six to twelve months of UV exposure -- that's the wood oxidizing, not deteriorating. You can slow or reverse the process with an annual application of teak oil, which brings back the golden tone, or you can let it silver completely for a driftwood look. Either way, the wood's integrity stays intact. The hand-sanded finish on this chair starts golden and deepens before it silvers, so you'll have a full season of that warm honey color before you need to decide whether to oil it.

How Do You Store Folding Chairs Over Winter?

The precision-machined folding mechanism lets the Stella collapse flat -- you can stack multiple units against a garage wall or hang them from vertical racks in a closet. Teak can stay outside through freezing temperatures without cracking, but folding it away clears your deck for snow removal and protects the sling fabric from ice buildup. If you're pairing folding chairs with permanent outdoor dining chairs for flexible seating, fold and store the extras once your last fall dinner wraps, then bring them back out when spring entertaining starts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does teak need to be oiled?

No, teak's natural oils protect it without treatment. Annual teak oil maintains the golden color if you prefer that look, but it's optional -- the wood performs either way.

Can this stay outside all year?

Yes, grade-A teak and marine-grade stainless hardware are engineered for year-round outdoor exposure, including winter freezing and coastal salt air.

Will the sling fabric fade in direct sun?

Dura Sling is a commercial-grade fabric tested for high-traffic restaurant patios. It holds color longer than untreated fabric, but all outdoor textiles will eventually fade with constant UV exposure.

How much space does the chair take when folded?

It folds flat with a footprint under three inches deep, so you can stack several against a wall or in a narrow closet.

Do outdoor chairs with sling seats need cushions?

No, the tensioned sling conforms to your body and allows airflow, so it's comfortable without cushions and eliminates mold and storage concerns.

Does this ship fully assembled?

Yes, it arrives ready to unfold and use. Free curbside delivery to the continental USA; white-glove setup is available upon request for an additional fee.