This eucalyptus patio table was purchased by the original owners for $3000. After years of sitting in the backyard getting beaten by the NJ weather, they sold it to us for $100. As you can see in the gallery sequence, the pieces came in dirty and grey. We restored them by first pressure washing, then sanding, then staining each piece with traditional dark pine tar mixed 50/50 with purified linseed oil. Pine tar is a truly amazing, petrochemical-free, wood preservative that was used on viking ships and ancient Scandinavian churches that still stand today. It's naturally water repellent, and provides fantastic UV protection while also being all-natural. Clearly an excellent choice for outdoor furniture!
Big props to my lovely wife for having the vision for, and leading this project!