Teak (Tectona grandis)

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Teak Characteristics

Easily worked with both hand and machine tools and dresses to a very smooth finish if tools are kept sharp. Glues moderately well with fresh, clean cut surfcaes despite its oily nature. Naturally durable and weathers well.

Color Range

Dark golden yellow turning dark brown with age.

Other Names

Burma teak, Rosawa, Djati, Sagon, Genuine teak, Sagwan, Gia thi, Tadi

Some Typical Uses

Furniture, flooring, carving, cabinets, interior millwork, turnery, shipbuilding, and exterior and marine applications.

What's the Tree Like?

This tree may reach 130-150 feet in height with clear boles to 80-90 feet. Trunk diameters usually 3-5 feet; older trees fluted and buttressed.

Teak grows in

Southeast Asia, Burma, Africa and Carribean