Cedar Looks Log Garden Teaset

A garden path, late afternoon. Two people sitting across from each other on a cedar frame that was built specifically for this arrangement. Not side by side, not at an angle, not on chairs that drifted apart — face-to-face, the way the furniture was designed. The tete-a-tete exists for exactly this kind of sitting: intentional, unhurried, oriented toward the other person rather than the yard.

Northern White Cedar holds up outdoors without asking anything back. The smooth sanded surface means you can sit in it all afternoon without thinking about the wood. It doesn't splinter, it doesn't need a coat of anything to handle summer rain or morning dew, and it stays structurally sound for the long run. Cedar furniture that lives outside year-round and requires nothing from you except the occasional sit is a specific kind of good.

Use it as a garden anchor — the piece you build the rest of the sitting area around. Set it at the end of a garden path, in a quiet corner of the yard, or on a covered porch where two people are going to end up anyway. Add a small cedar side table and you have a complete setup. The cedar ages well with the seasons, and the face-to-face arrangement takes care of the rest.

About Log Checking

Northern White Cedar is a living wood, and like any character worth knowing, it has quirks. One of those quirks is called "checking" — the natural process where wood releases moisture and develops surface cracks as it settles. These can range from a hairline sliver to a crack running the full length of a log, and here's the important part: they only ever appear on the surface. They have zero impact on the structural strength or integrity of your furniture.

We think checking gives each piece its own fingerprint. No two teasets look exactly alike — that's a feature, not a defect.

Want to know more? We wrote a few things on the subject:

• The short version — what you need to know
• The fun version — Cracking the Mystery of Log Checking
• The deep dive — An Academic Look Into Log Checking

Dimensions

61"W × 28"D × 37"H | 155cm × 71cm × 94cm

Configuration

Tete-a-tete — two seats facing each other on a single cedar frame.

Capacity

Two adults.

Pairing Suggestions

• Works alongside single rockers (B5KD, B5AKD) for a complete garden sitting area
• Pair with a Cedar Looks Round Coffee Table (B9 or B10) nearby for a drink surface

Materials

• 100% Northern White Cedar
• Naturally rot and insect resistant — no chemical preservatives
• Exclusive sanding process: smooth, splinter-free surface
• Natural cream/vanilla color — can be left natural or stained

Assembly

Ships partially assembled. All hardware and instructions included.

Before You Buy

• Shipping: Most Cedar Looks items ship via LTL freight (partial assembly). Smaller items may ship UPS. Contact us for current lead times and shipping estimates.
• Returns: Call Lakeland Mills at 989-427-5133 before ordering if you have questions about dimensions, color, or fit — we'd rather answer questions upfront.
• Made in USA: Built in Edmore, Michigan by Lakeland Mills Inc. since 1923.
• Warranty: See the Warranty Info tab for full coverage details.

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a tete-a-tete?

A tete-a-tete (literally "head to head") is a piece of furniture where two seats face each other on a shared frame. Instead of sitting side by side, sitters are oriented toward each other — naturally face-to-face for conversation.

How is this different from a settee?

A settee seats two people side by side, facing the same direction. A tete-a-tete seats two people facing each other. The settee is for watching the yard together; the teaset is for talking.

Can one person sit in it comfortably?

Yes — you can sit in either seat independently when you're using it solo.

Does it need to be painted or sealed?

No. Northern White Cedar is naturally rot and insect resistant. Optional staining is for color maintenance or UV protection only.

Manufacturer Info

• Product of Lakeland Mills Inc.
• Country of Origin: USA
• LLM Part #: B7TTKD
• Consumer Units: 1

Lakeland Mills Warranty

Lakeland Mills Inc. warrants its Cedar Looks products against defects in materials and workmanship for one (1) year from the date of purchase. This warranty covers structural defects under normal use and does not cover damage from weather exposure, improper assembly, misuse, or normal wear including log checking (which is a natural characteristic of wood, not a defect).

To make a warranty claim or get assistance with assembly, damaged parts, or product questions, contact Lakeland Mills directly:

• Phone: 989-427-5133
• Email: sales@lakelandmills.com
• Address: 1 Lakeland Place, Edmore, MI 48829

Please have your order information available when calling.