Most likely figured teak; alternatives include figured mahogany or acacia.
Tectona grandis (probable) · Hardwood; exotic/tropical
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; exotic/tropical
- Origin
- Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in India, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Thailand.
- Hardness
- About 1,070 lbf Janka—Medium.
- Durability
- Very Durable; naturally resistant to decay, moisture, and many insects, though surface wear and finish condition still matter.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly interlocked grain with prominent ribboned, wavy/curl-like figure in selected boards; likely flat-sawn or mixed-sawn flooring.
Color & Appearance
Golden honey-brown to medium brown heartwood with darker streaking, moderate luster, and strong visual variation. Teak typically darkens slightly and develops a richer brown patina with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
About 1,070 lbf Janka—Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; naturally resistant to decay, moisture, and many insects, though surface wear and finish condition still matter.
Value & Age
Approximately $15–35 per board foot for clear, figured retail stock; flooring value varies substantially by thickness, grade, and provenance.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The image indicates installed, finished flooring with scratches and oxidation, but cannot reliably establish tree or installation age; possibly several decades old.
Common Uses
High-end flooring, furniture, cabinetry, exterior joinery, decking, boatbuilding, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in India, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though silica and natural oils can dull cutters and complicate gluing; predrilling is advisable.
Finish Recommendations
Clean lightly, abrade uniformly, and use compatible polyurethane, lacquer, or penetrating teak oil; test adhesion because of natural oils.
Notable Features
Naturally oily, dimensionally stable, heavy, and often strongly figured; the visible boards show unusually attractive rippled grain.