Tectona grandis

Teak

The world's benchmark for marine-grade hardwood

Origin

Plantation-grown in South America

Durability

Exceptional

Density

~650–750 kg/m³

Why choose Teak

Teak's high natural oil content and dimensional stability make it the first choice for yacht decks and premium exteriors. Class 1 durable, it shrugs off water and decay while developing the silvered patina or golden glow that defines luxury woodwork.

Naturally high oil content — outstanding water resistance

Class 1 durability (EN 350): the marine-grade standard

Superb dimensional stability for decks and joinery

The preferred choice for yacht decks; FAS, KD 12–16%

Typical applications

DeckingBlocksRough Sawn

Technical overview

Botanical name

Tectona grandis

Origin

Plantation-grown in South America

Grade

FAS (First and Seconds) — premium export grade

Density (12% MC)

~650–750 kg/m³

Janka hardness

1,070 lbf (≈4,740 N)

Durability

Exceptional

Durability class

Class 1 — very durable (EN 350)

Natural resistance

Water, decay, insects

Drying & moisture

Air-dried or kiln-dried (KD 12–16% MC)

Color & grain

Rich golden to dark brown, straight grain with natural oils and a lustrous finish

Finishing

Natural, oiled

Available formats

Decking · Blocks · Rough Sawn

Typical measures

20×90 mm·1" × 4"

— other sizes on request

Compliance & sustainability

We work exclusively with compliant and traceable suppliers; every shipment is documented against the regulatory and sustainability requirements of its destination market in Europe or the United States.

FSC-certified sourcing available CITES where applicable EUDR & US import documentation

Sourcing & logistics

Built around your import operation.

Packaging

Premium bundling in 40' HC containers — custom specs on request (e.g. Australian bundling, 4×4 strapping)

Shipping

Primarily FOB — CFR and CIF on request

Minimum order

From one 40' container — mixed-species loads possible

Lead time

Typically 6–10 weeks after order confirmation

Documentation

Full export documentation provided for every shipment

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