Most likely Teak; alternatives include African mahogany or dark-grained white oak.
Tectona grandis · Hardwood; exotic/tropical
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; exotic/tropical
- Origin
- Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in Indonesia, Myanmar, India, and Africa.
- Hardness
- 1,070 lbf Janka; Medium hardness.
- Durability
- Very Durable; strong natural resistance to decay, moisture, and many insects, though weathering eventually silvers the surface.
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Grain Pattern
Predominantly straight, with subtle interlocking or wavy bands and a moderately coarse texture; no obvious special figure.
Color & Appearance
Golden to medium brown heartwood with relatively pale sapwood, faint darker streaking, and a natural oily luster. It typically darkens or mellows toward deeper brown with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
1,070 lbf Janka; Medium hardness.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; strong natural resistance to decay, moisture, and many insects, though weathering eventually silvers the surface.
Value & Age
Approximately US$15–35 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried stock; premium old-growth or clear material can cost more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably estimable from this single finished face; it appears relatively clean and recently worked, without clearly diagnostic patina.
Common Uses
Outdoor furniture, decking, boatbuilding, flooring, cabinetry, architectural joinery, and turned objects.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in Indonesia, Myanmar, India, and Africa.
Workability
Cuts and sands reasonably well, but its silica and natural oils can dull tools and complicate gluing; wipe surfaces with solvent and use fresh, sharp cutters.
Finish Recommendations
Leave unfinished for weathered silvering, or use teak oil, exterior oil, varnish, or polyurethane after thorough surface cleaning and preparation.
Notable Features
Distinctive oily feel, moderate weight, excellent dimensional stability, and characteristic teak aroma when freshly cut.