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Teak wood is a tropical hardwood tree species native to southern Asia .
Teak wood is a tropical hardwood tree species native to southern Asia .
Properties:
Properties:
Teak is highly water-resistant.
Durable and tough against pests, diseases and rot.
Teak wood is expensive because of its durability,it is often used for outdoor furniture and boats It is also used for cutting boards, indoor flooring, countertops and as a veneer for indoor finishings.
Teaks grain is straight, though it can occasionally be wavy or interlocked.
Applications:
Applications:
Teak can be machine tooled and is easily worked however it can cause severe blunting on edged tools because of the presence of silica in the wood.
Teak has a coarse, uneven texture and moderate to low natural luster. Raw, unfinished wood surfaces have a slightly oily or greasy feel due to natural oils.
Teak usually glues and finishes well, though in some instances it may be necessary to wipe the surface of the wood with a solvent prior to gluing/finishing to reduce the natural oils on the surface of the wood.
Sustainability:
Sustainability:
Teak is a slow growing tree however it is a renewable resource as it's farmed to produce a sustainable supply. It is important that teak is sources from a sustainably managed forest.
This wood species is not listed in the CITES Appendices or on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
Material handling
Material handling
Wear a dust mask while sanding to avoid dust inhalation which can cause short and long term damage to the lungs.
Protective equipment
Protective equipment
Dust mask
Tightly fitting googles
Gloves
Spotlight RCA
Spotlight RCA
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