We import teak from Ivory Coast in Western Africa and also trade in teak from Mizoram, India. We also at times import from Latin American countries like Guatemala, Panama, Ecuador, Costa Rica & Columbia and Other African nations like Ghana, Nigeria, Tanzania, Benin & Sudan.
Teak has always been a prized material and is the Golden Standard in timber. The tree that teak comes from, Tectonagrandis, is native to the tropics. Since around the 7th century, it has been used to outfit and adorn the residences of the wealthy and powerful. Teak has an abundance of natural oils and rubber locked right into the tight grain of the wood. All woods contain oils that protect the tree — think maple sap or tea tree oil. Teak, however, can retain these oils and its rubber even after being felled and processed. Because of this, teak has greater naturally weather-resistant properties than just about any other type of wood.Teak wood tends to be a golden or medium brown. Its color darkens over time.
Teak is known for its incredible durability and water resistance.Teak doesn’t crack, wrap or turn black when in contact with metals and is resistant to termites & other pests. Trees that are older, between 40 and 80 years old, provide the best wood.
Teak is used for boat building, yachts, exterior construction, indoor and outdoor furniture (like benches, chairs, tables, beds, sofas, cabinets & many more), veneer, carvings, beats, joinery and many more. It is also used for indoor flooring, doors & window frames, counter tops and boat decks.
