Likely teak; alternatives include iroko or another ring-porous tropical hardwood.
Tectona grandis (likely) · Hardwood; exotic/tropical.
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; exotic/tropical.
- Origin
- Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
- Hardness
- Janka approximately 1,070 lbf — Medium.
- Durability
- Very Durable; excellent natural resistance to decay, weathering, and many insects due to oily extractives.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight to mildly interlocked, with pronounced growth-ring bands and coarse texture; the bowl appears turned from flat- or mixed-sawn stock, not figured.
Color & Appearance
Golden honey-brown heartwood with darker streaking and pale gray-brown sapwood; naturally lustrous, typically darkening with age and light.
Hardness (Janka)
Janka approximately 1,070 lbf — Medium.
Durability & Decay Resistance
Very Durable; excellent natural resistance to decay, weathering, and many insects due to oily extractives.
Value & Age
Approximately US$15–35 per board foot for ordinary kiln-dried teak; figured or certified material may cost more.
AI estimate for general guidance only — not a professional appraisal. Actual value depends on grade, dimensions, condition, and local market demand.
- Wood Age Estimate
- The wood’s age cannot be determined visually; the bowl appears relatively new, with limited surface patina or wear.
Common Uses
Outdoor furniture, boatbuilding, decking, flooring, cabinetry, turned bowls, and carving.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia; widely plantation-grown in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Workability
Turns and finishes well, though silica and natural oils can dull tools and complicate gluing; clean, freshly prepared surfaces improve adhesion.
Finish Recommendations
Sand evenly and wipe with a solvent-compatible cleaner before finishing; teak oil, penetrating oil, varnish, or polyurethane can work, though unfinished teak is also suitable.
Notable Features
Distinctive oily feel, moderate weight, attractive golden color, and strong weathering performance; visible end grain is ring-porous.
