Likely teak; alternatives include Burmese teak substitutes such as iroko or African teak.
Tectona grandis · Hardwood; exotic/tropical
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; exotic/tropical
- Origin
- Native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos; widely plantation-grown across tropical Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
- Hardness
- 1,070 lbf Janka — Medium.
- Durability
- Very Durable; naturally resistant to decay, moisture, and many insects due to oily extractives.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to slightly interlocked grain, with prominent dark longitudinal streaking and coarse texture; likely flat-sawn. No clear special figure.
Color & Appearance
Golden to medium brown heartwood with darker streaks and little visible sapwood; naturally lustrous. Teak commonly darkens with age, then may weather silver-gray if unfinished.
Hardness (Janka)
1,070 lbf Janka — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; naturally resistant to decay, moisture, and many insects due to oily extractives.
Value & Age
Approximately $15–35 per board foot for ordinary usable teak; premium old-growth or figured stock may cost substantially more.
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- Wood Age Estimate
- The surface appears older and heavily finished, but the wood’s age cannot be reliably estimated from this photograph; likely decades of use.
Common Uses
Outdoor and indoor furniture, flooring, boat decking, cabinetry, turning, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos; widely plantation-grown across tropical Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Workability
Machines and sands reasonably well, though silica and natural oils can dull tools; oily surfaces may require cleaning before gluing or finishing.
Finish Recommendations
Clean and lightly abrade before applying teak oil, varnish, lacquer, or polyurethane; film finishes require especially good surface preparation.
Notable Features
Distinctive dark streaking, coarse open texture, high dimensional stability, and an oily feel; the image may also show finish-related darkening.
