- Species: Derived from Tectona Grandis.
- Origin: Southeast Asia (Myanmar, India, Thailand, Indonesia).
- Durability: Exceptionally durable, teak is one of the hardest and most long-lasting hardwoods, resistant to decay, rot, and insect damage.
- Highlights: Known for its golden to medium brown color, straight grain, and smooth texture, teak is naturally oily for enhanced resistance to weather and aging, easy to work with, and develops a beautiful silver-gray patina when left unfinished outdoors.
- Form: Sawn Timber, Planed / Dressed Timber, Decking Boards, Turning Blanks & Blocks, Boatbuilding Stock, Veneer Sheets.
- Grade: FEQ / Decking Grade / A Grade / B Grade / C Grade.
- Moisture: KD (10 – 12%) / AD (12 – 18%) / Green, Fresh-Cut (30% +) / HT.
- Dimensions Available: Thickness: 25 – 75 mm / Width: 100 – 300 mm+ / Length: 2 – 4.8 m.
- Janka Hardness: ~1,070 lbf+.
- Grain: Straight to wavy, coarse texture.
- Color: Golden brown, darkens with age.
- Water Resistance: With outstanding water resistance due to its high natural oil content, it resists moisture absorption, warping, and swelling better than most woods.
- Certification: FSC (critical for sustainability).
- Outdoor Suitability: Excellent, highly durable and capable of withstanding extreme weather conditions without deterioration.
- Indoor Suitability: Ideal, offers a rich, warm appearance and excels in humid indoor environments due to its stability and performance.
- Estimated Prices: Per Cubic Meter (m3) = ~US $460 – $800+. Price per Piece = ~US $55 – $65+.
- Use Cases: Outdoor Furniture, Boat Decks, Countertops, Flooring, Decking and Exterior Trim, Carving and Turning.
