Likely teak; the visible figure is also compatible with another tropical hardwood. “Yogu m48” alone is not a reliable species identification.
Likely Tectona grandis · Hardwood; tropical
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; tropical
- Origin
- Native to South and Southeast Asia; also grown in plantations across tropical regions.
- Hardness
- About 1,070 lbf (Janka); Medium.
- Durability
- Durable; teak heartwood resists decay and insects better than many woods.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly irregular grain with dark streaks; the surface appears longitudinally figured. End grain is not visible, so cut orientation and diagnostic anatomy cannot be confirmed.
Color & Appearance
Golden to medium brown with darker streaks and a warm finish; surface appears aged or oiled. Sapwood is not clearly visible.
Hardness (Janka)
About 1,070 lbf (Janka); Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; teak heartwood resists decay and insects better than many woods.
Value & Age
Roughly US$15–40 per board foot for common teak lumber; grade, origin, and reclaimed status cause large variation.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- Cannot be determined reliably from this image; finish and patina do not establish the wood’s age.
Common Uses
Furniture, boatbuilding, decking, cabinetry, veneer, and turned items.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia; also grown in plantations across tropical regions.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though silica can blunt cutters; predrilling is useful for fasteners.
Finish Recommendations
Clean and lightly sand; use a compatible penetrating oil or clear varnish. Remove surface oil as needed before gluing or coating.
Notable Features
Naturally oily, often with a distinctive leathery scent when freshly worked; dark streaking is visible here.
Notes
Yogu m48