Likely weathered teak; other plausible candidates include ipe or another dense tropical hardwood. The image alone cannot confirm species.
Likely Tectona grandis · Hardwood; tropical/exotic
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; tropical/exotic
- Origin
- Teak is native to South and Southeast Asia and is also plantation-grown in tropical regions.
- Hardness
- Teak: about 1,070 lbf — Medium.
- Durability
- Teak heartwood is Durable to Very Durable, with good natural resistance to decay and insects; this sample’s condition cannot establish its species or durability.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, strongly linear grain with open, dark pores and a rough, weathered surface; no clear decorative figure or cut orientation is visible.
Color & Appearance
Muted gray-brown, likely bleached and weathered; original heartwood and sapwood colors are obscured. Teak commonly ages to silvery gray outdoors.
Hardness (Janka)
Teak: about 1,070 lbf — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Teak heartwood is Durable to Very Durable, with good natural resistance to decay and insects; this sample’s condition cannot establish its species or durability.
Value & Age
Teak varies widely by source, grade, and dimensions; rough retail material often runs roughly US$15–40+ per board foot. Species and grade are unverified here.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- Not reliably estimable from the image; weathering indicates exposure, not the wood’s age.
Common Uses
Outdoor furniture, decking, boatbuilding, joinery, cabinetry, and veneer.
Geographic Origin
Teak is native to South and Southeast Asia and is also plantation-grown in tropical regions.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though silica can dull cutters; predrilling is useful for fasteners, and oily surfaces may need preparation before gluing.
Finish Recommendations
For an outdoor gray appearance, clean and leave unfinished; to preserve color, use a suitable exterior teak oil or penetrating finish. Test preparation and finish on a small area.
Notable Features
Teak is known for oily heartwood, good outdoor durability, and a characteristic leathery scent when freshly cut; these traits are not verifiable from this image.