Why Teak? Luxury Meets Sustainability

Exploring the premium reasons for Moonalabs’ selectivity

Last month, we shared updates from the team at Moonlabs as they launch their new range of hardwood garden offices. With the holidays approaching, it's worth taking a closer look at the star of that article and why it is so important in today's market. Yes, we're talking all about teak -- that beautiful, durable, luxurious wood.

What makes teak so superior?

While Moonalabs is focused on creating premium garden rooms at affordable prices, any conversation about their primary building material - teak - must start with a broader history. Teak is a 'gold standard' in high-end construction whenever durability and beauty are primary considerations. From yachts and boats to the elegant interior of a Rolls Royce (or a Moonalabs garden room), teak combines an aesthetic lustre with solid, dependable durability.

Teak is one of the only woods that contains a natural oil, which provides many of its enduring benefits. It repels water, prevents warping and cracking, and repels wood-boring insects like termites. This is a significant contrast from other materials typically used in garden rooms, like structurally insulated panels (SIP) that can be more prone to rot and decay over time.

Teak is an investment that lasts

Teak is a highly durable choice for a garden room

The durability of teak is on public display around the United Kingdom, where centuries-old park benches can be found, weathering the elements as they did hundreds of years ago. Many of these benches are constructed from the hulls of dismantled ships that sailed the oceans, returned safely home, and were eventually decommissioned. But the wood remains strong, even now.

Many teak lovers choose outdoor furniture with the hope and intent of passing it along to their children and grandchildren. Likewise, many property owners who consider a garden room are imagining a lasting addition to their home and property value. By working exclusively in teak, Moonalabs ensures their garden rooms deliver on this hopeful vision.

Investing in yourself

The rising popularity of garden rooms continues to showcase the importance of creating dedicated space outside - but not far from - the main living space. Whether the garden room is a home office, a space for yoga or a gym, or something else altogether, it is an investment in your own well-being.

By finding a way to make premium teak affordable in their standard offering, Moonalabs is making this investment even easier.

Meet Moonalabs at Working From Home Live

In two short weeks on 24 & 25 November, Working From Home Live will convene at London ExCeL. If you are working in a remote or hybrid capacity, or if you manage a team that is hybrid, this is a great opportunity to meet the team from Moonalabs in person and discuss how their mission can bring to life your vision.

Contact Moonalabs to learn more about Teak cladding. Call them on 0204 509 1150 or send them an email: hello@moonalabs.com