It is wood with a uniform dark gold to chocolate brown color affected by sun exposure. It has a moderate density of 0,64 to 0,68 g/cm3, relatively high hardness and excellent dimensional stability to retain its shape after manufacture.
Difficult to work with machines, but works well with hand tools. The process of gluing, painting and finishing is done without particular problems.
Its fibers contain Teak oil, which acts as a natural repellent for wood-eating insects and fungi.
Its high strength and exceptional properties, combined with its unparalleled beauty, make it sought after in luxury yacht building. This fact makes it one of the most luxurious and expensive woods.
Teak plantations in Indonesia
The logging of Teak today is done exclusively from plantations with the method of sustainable development. However, even so, its price remains at high levels, due to the great global demand.
The title of the world’s largest living teak tree is claimed by India’s Parambikulam Tiger Reserve, with an impressive height of 39,98m and a girth of 7,15m. Tribals worship the tree as Kannimara or ‘Virgin Tree’.
The special beauty that characterizes Teak wood gives the jewelry a special aesthetic, which exudes luxury.
