Teak (Reclaimed)
Tectona grandis • Exotic/Tropical (Reclaimed)
Grain Pattern
Straight to wavy grain with a coarse, uneven texture due to heavy weathering and erosion of earlywood. It exhibits a rustic, splintered appearance with deep fissures.
Color Description
Heartwood is typically golden or medium brown; in this reclaimed state, it shows significant silver-gray oxidation (patina) on the surface, with warm honey-to-burnt-orange tones visible in the recessed cracks.
Hardness Rating
1,070 lbf (Medium)
Durability Rating
Very Durable. Teak is renowned for its high oil content and natural resistance to rot, decay, and termites, which allows it to survive in this weathered state.
Common Uses
Outdoor furniture, boat decking, high-end rustic indoor furniture (like this coffee table), flooring, and architectural accents.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia (India, Indonesia, Myanmar); this sample appears to be salvaged from old structures or boats.
Market Value & Sustainability
Estimated Market Value
$25.00 - $40.00 per board foot for high-quality reclaimed teak surfacing.
Wood Age Estimate
The wood itself likely originated from old-growth trees (50+ years old), while the reclaimed material shows 10-30 years of exposure/weathering effects based on the deep grain erosion.
Sustainability Status
Reclaimed teak is highly sustainable as it repurposes carbon; however, new Teak is IUCN Vulnerable and CITES Appendix II listed in some regions (like Myanmar).
Workability
Generally easy to work but high silica content can dull cutters rapidly. In this reclaimed state, it is prone to splintering and requires careful sanding or wire-brushing to maintain the texture without losing the character.
Notable Features
Distinctive leather-like scent when freshly cut; exceptionally high natural oil content; extreme weather resistance; very low shrinkage rate.
Finish Recommendations
Best left unfinished or treated with a light teak oil or matte water-based sealer to preserve the silver patina and rustic texture. High-gloss finishes are difficult due to natural oils.
Identification Confidence
High. The combination of the golden-brown color in the grain recesses, the specific silver-gray weathering pattern, and the coarse, oily-looking texture is diagnostic of reclaimed Tectona grandis.