Likely teak; alternatives include iroko or another medium-brown tropical hardwood. Identification from this image alone is uncertain.
Tectona grandis (if teak) · Hardwood; tropical/exotic
AI-generated identification · may be incorrect- Type
- Hardwood; tropical/exotic
- Origin
- Native to South and Southeast Asia; also grown in plantations across tropical regions.
- Hardness
- 1,070 lbf; Medium (reported value for teak).
- Durability
- Durable; teak heartwood resists decay and many insects, while sapwood is less resistant.
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Grain Pattern
Mostly straight, with some irregular or wavy darker streaks; appears longitudinally sawn. End grain is not visible, so cut orientation and pore pattern cannot be confirmed.
Color & Appearance
Golden to medium brown with darker brown streaks and modest luster; teak commonly darkens with age and may weather to gray outdoors.
Hardness (Janka)
1,070 lbf; Medium (reported value for teak).
Durability & Decay Resistance
Durable; teak heartwood resists decay and many insects, while sapwood is less resistant.
Value & Age
Roughly US$10–25 per board foot for common kiln-dried stock; grade, dimensions and location can change this substantially.
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; visible color alone does not establish age or patina.
Common Uses
Outdoor furniture, decking, boatbuilding, cabinetry, flooring, veneer and carving.
Geographic Origin
Native to South and Southeast Asia; also grown in plantations across tropical regions.
Workability
Generally machines and finishes well, though silica can dull cutters; predrill for fasteners and test glue/finish on prepared surfaces.
Finish Recommendations
For indoor use, apply a compatible sealer followed by oil, varnish or polyurethane; test first. Outdoors, leave to weather or maintain with suitable exterior oil.
Notable Features
Naturally oily, stable and durable; teak often has a characteristic oily feel, but this is not verifiable here.