Wood is a natural product, so variations occur. Alexandra Lauren Interior Design LLC. does not guarantee any color, grain and the characteristics and should be purchased at own risk. This is a natural material. Natural Teak is suggested to be stained annually to maintain the natural color of the teak. If you do not maintain teak it will naturally grey over time. If you prefer the natural grey weathered look sooner, you can also purchase to look weathered in Oyster Teak (pre-weathered appearance). If you do not want the natural look of wood please consider the aluminum look alike Club teak with a lower maintenance program.