Description
A hard, dense wood obtained from the Tectona grandis tree native to the East Indies. Teak is a golden brown wood with a straight grain and coarse texture. It is very resistant to insects and decay. Teak is used for high quality furniture, boxes, chests, doors, and shipbuilding. Teak wood retains an aromatic smell for over a hundred years.
Synonyms and Related Terms
common teak (Tectona grandis); Dahat teak (Tectona hamiltoniana); Philippine Teak (Tectona philippinensis); tekka; teck (Fr., It.); Tiekholz (Deut;); teakboom (Ned.); teca (Esp., Port.); teak(Sven.); jati
Other Properties
Extremely resistant to decay.
Hazards and Safety
Skin contact, especially with sap, may cause irritation
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Last updated on: 8/10/2009 10:17:52 AM
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