What is Burmese teak wood?
Burma teak, exclusive to the forests of Burma and Myanmar, holds a revered status as "the king of woods." This premium timber, hailed as the finest material for furniture crafting, finds extensive application in both residential and commercial construction.
Characterized by a golden hue and tastefully arranged grains, Burma teak stands out as the epitome of longevity among its counterparts. With a growth period surpassing 70 years, it accumulates ample natural oils inherent to teak, rendering it the most coveted and costly option in the market, as noted by teak wood dealers in India.
Inherently resilient, Burma teak boasts formidable form retention and durability, imparting a majestic charm to furniture crafted from it. Resistant to white ants, insects, and termites, this wood demands minimal maintenance, standing as one of the toughest and most enduring varieties available.
Workability
Sustainability
This species of wood is not listed in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species or the CITES Appendices. However, teak imports have been restricted as a result of a recent (February 2021) military coup in Myanmar, the world’s largest teak producer. The sale of teak with the help of wood suppliers in India is associated with ongoing tyranny and breaches of human rights since the main corporation exporting the wood is owned by the government.
Common Uses
Our collection of MP/Nagpur teak wood products includes:
- No knots or breaks; clear
- Materials in KD and Non-KD are available.
- Materials in KD and Non-KD are offered
- Common dimensions are length (6 feet and up), width (3 inches and up), and thickness (1.5 inch and up)
- On request, more dimensions are available.
- Origin: Burma
Characteristics
Tree Size
100-130 ft (30-40 m) tall
Trunk Diameter
3-5 ft (1-1.5 m)
Janka Hardness
1,070 lbf (4,740 N)
Average Dried Weight
40.9 lbs/ft3
Odor
When newly milled, teak can have a smell like leather.
Workability
Woodworkers can build a wide range of goods because of the material's excellent workability qualities.
Texture
Although it can occasionally be wavy or interlaced, grain is generally straight. moderate to low natural shine and a rough, uneven texture. Natural oils give raw, untreated wood surfaces an oily or greasy texture.
Sustainability
Both the CITES Appendices and the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species do not include this wood species.
Drying
Easy
Durability
Very strong and durable
Maintenance
Requires less maintenance
Cost
It is the most expensive teak available in the market
