African Teak

Tectona grandis

A readily available hardwood with excellent working properties, suitable for furniture and cabinetry applications.

Type
Hardwood
Janka Hardness
1,524 lbf
Medium
Density
58.00 lb/ft³
(481.00 kg/m³)
Origin
Africa
Wavy Grain Fine Texture Common Moderate Cost

Appearance Characteristics

Color

Medium brown heartwood with lighter sapwood

Grain Pattern

Wavy

Texture

Fine

Luster

Medium

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