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Teak- Tectona Grandis
Teak is a medium-sized to large hardwood, native to India, Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. It has been planted in a
number of countries including the Solomon Islands due to its excellent growth and its value as a high quality, durable
hardwood.
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Teak is one of the world's finest hardwoods. It has been used over the centuries for many purposes.
It is a classic furniture, cabinet and joinery wood and is highly regarded due to its ability to consistently
produce a high quality product. Long regarded as a prime boat-building timber, including decking and in
external and internal fit-outs.
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The timber is consistent in colour; dark brown to golden-brown with fine, dark, pencil-like lines appearing
occasionally on board faces. Material is of a paler brown colour when freshly sawn but darkens appreciably
on exposure to light. Because it is ring porous, the texture is moderately coarse and uneven.
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Plantation material is of good quality especially in more mature stems. Its physical and mechanical
properties compare favourably with natural forest wood from Thailand and Myanmar. Dependant on pruning and
stage of growth, small tight knots may be observed at around 900mm intervals.
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The timber seasons slowly with little degrade. There may, however, be variations in the drying rate between
individual boards. A mild schedule is recommended as collapse may occur if kiln temperatures are too high.
The timber is stable in-service.
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The timber works well with machine and hand tools. Silica (SiO2) in the timber, however, blunts cutting
edges, which must be frequently sharpened. The wood is greasy to the touch and has a characteristic
'leathery' odour. The dry sanding dust can irritate the mucous membranes and may also cause dermatitis
in some persons. Workshop staff should wear face masks or respirators.
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