- Teak - Wikipedia
The large, papery leaves of teak trees are often hairy on the lower surface Teak wood has a leather-like smell when it is freshly milled and is particularly valued for its durability and water resistance The wood is used for boat building, exterior construction, veneer, furniture, carving, turnings, and various small projects [citation needed]
- Teak | The Wood Database (Hardwood)
Much like the many names and knockoffs of mahogany, the moniker “teak” has been affixed and assigned to a number of different woods seeking acclaim The usual procedure is to take a wood bearing any degree of resemblance to teak and insert a geographical location in front of the name
- What is teak wood and why is it so great? | Key facts about teak!
Teak wood is a dense, close-grained type of hardwood that is sourced from the Tectona grandis tree, native to south and southeast Asia Teak is originally golden in colour and has a smooth grain and texture
- Teak | Uses, Benefits Characteristics | Britannica
teak, (genus Tectona grandis), large deciduous tree of the family Verbenaceae, or its wood, one of the most valuable timbers Teak has been widely used in India for more than 2,000 years The name teak is from the Malayalam word tēkka
- Teak - Wood
Teak (Tectona grandis), a native species in the rain forests of Burma, India, Laos, and Thailand, now grows in about 40 countries throughout the tropics In Java, for instance, teak was planted generations ago, and the trees are managed for sustained yield
- A Beginners Guide to Identifying Genuine Teak Wood - Castlery
Learn about the different types of teak wood, such as Burmese and Indonesian teak, and how to identify them by color, grain patterns, and more
- Teak - Tectona Grandis - Characteristics and Uses
Originally found in South and Southeastern Asia tropic regions, today teak has spread all across the world, where it is used not only for commercial exploitation but also as the ornamental use in parks and botanical gardens
- What Is Teak Wood? The Pros and Cons for Outdoor Furniture | Livingetc
Before we dive into the many uses of teak wood and get down to whether or not it's the right material for your garden furniture, let's start with the basics — what is teak, and where does it come from?
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