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Species Information / Teak, Brazilian |
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The Species: |
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Flooring Trade Name: Brazilian
Teak, Cumaru
Botanical Name:
Dipteryx, odorata
Lumber Name:
Cumaru, Almendrillo
Grows In:
Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Costa Rica
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Description: |
| Brazilian
Teak is a dense hard wood with a range of
colors varying from a tan brown to a reddish brown with some
pieces offering a black striping. |
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Color Range & Color Change: |
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Color
Range:
Brazilian Teak is usually color sorted into
medium and dark range selections in which the tan brownish tones
are offered in the regular (or medium) selection while the dark
reddish browns are offered in the dark selection.
Color
Change:
Brazilian Teak’s color range will
slightly mute over time into a more uniform color in the range
offered.
View WFI's
Color Properties Chart below to compare this specie with other
species:
WFI's
Color
Properties Chart View
WFI's Brazilian Teak Photo Page for photos of the typical color range & change to be expected:
WFI's Brazilian Teak Photo Page
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Hardness: |
Brazilian
Teak is exceptionally dense at 280% as hard
as red oak (3540 on the Janka scale vs. 1260 for red oak).
For hardness comparisons
to additional species, please go to:
WFI's
Species
Hardness
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Where to Use: |
| Brazilian Teak may be used residentially or commercially wherever a
rich tan brown color is desired.
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Special Characteristics /
Issues Specific to this Species: |
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Stability:
Brazilian
Teak is very unstable when used in dry
climates and is prone to shrinkage. Care must be taken to
source this specie from those who “over dry” it and to then
properly equalize it prior to installation. For additional
information, see:
WFI's
Wood Properties Chart
on the WFI Downloads page.
Finish Issues: (for site sanding/finishing only) -
none known at this time, see:
WFI's
Finish Recommendations on the WFI Downloads page
before commencing any site finishing. Oil finishes may
react adversely/not dry when used on Brazilian Teak. ALWAYS test the finish you propose
to use FIRST on test pieces to insure compatibility. -
Safety/Allergic Reaction Issues:
Brazilian
Teak has been known to cause contact dermatitis
allergic reactions. Care should be taken when exposed to the dust.
See:
WFI's
Material Safety on
the WFI Downloads page for safety issues with wood dust.
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Other Characteristics/Issues specific to this species:
none known at this time - see
Feedback
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Teak,
Brazilian on the WFI
Site Map to see what others have experienced with this
species.
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Technical Information: |
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Note: |
Additional Technical Information
on this species can be accessed from the links below:
U.S. Forest Products Laboratory -
Brazilian Teak only
U.S.
Forest Products Laboratory
- to access all species
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