Brazilian Teak

The color range of Brazilian Teak varies from red-brown or purple-brown with light yellow-brown or purple streaks to a uniform light brown or yellowish brown, after exposure. Originating in South America, the texture of this wood is fine and interlocked with a waxy or oily feel. A very hard wood, Brazilian Teak is ideal for very high-traffic areas.

Appearance

Color: At first, red-brown or purple-brown with light yellow-brown or purple streaks; after exposure, uniform light brown or yellow-brown.

Grain: Fine grain texture, interlocked, waxy or oily feel.

Variations within species and grades: Dramatic shading that mellows as the floor matures.

Properties

Hardness (Janka): 3540 (174% harder than Northern red oak).

Dimensional Stability: Average (7.6; 12% more stable than red oak.)

Origin

South America