Teak (Tectona Grandis)

Teak is a tropical hardwood tree of the family Verbenaceae, which Coeden Timber sustainably farm in Brazil.

Brazilian teak is one of the strongest hardwoods and adds natural beauty to the interiors and exteriors of buildings.  Teak is mostly grown in the northern regions of South America, and Brazilian teak has become the preferred choice for wood flooring and decking.

Brazilian Teak is harder than regular teak, and has a natural beauty with shades of yellow-browns and red-browns that complement many building interiors.

Teak is a close-grained hardwood that is one of the most desired lumber products in the world. Its desirability stems from its suitability for many applications due to its water-resistance, durability and beauty.

Teak has excellent stability, is very strong, and is easy to work with. Teak is high in minerals and natural oils so it’s strong, durable, and virtually impervious to all weather extremes and rotting.  Teak is coveted for its attractive colour and grain, durability, strength, water and fungal resistance, and weathering.

The hardness of wood is determined using the Janka Wood Hardness Scale which measures the force needed to embed a 11.28mm / 0.444in steel ball into the wood. Teak appears on this scale with a  rating of 1000-1155, which is harder than most woods including mahogany.

Applications

Teak is primarily used for furniture, flooring, decking, and cladding due to its properties described above.

Its durability and water resistance also means it is the ideal solution for marine applications. It has been used in shipbuilding for centuries and is still extremely popular for yacht accessories and inlays.