Accoya
- Origin
- New Zealand
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 1
Burmese Teak
Tectona grandis
The classic marine timber. High natural oil content gives outstanding resistance to moisture, decay and insects, making it ideal for boat decks, pool surrounds, cladding and fine joinery.
Harper Timber sources Burmese Teak for joinery & mouldings, flooring, decking and architectural. Ask us about sizes, grades, pricing and availability.
At a glance
- Botanical name
- Tectona grandis
- Origin
- Myanmar
- Durability above ground
- Class 1 40+ years
- Durability in ground
- Class 2 15–25 years
- Density (approx. air-dry)
- 680 kg/m³
- Colour
- Golden to dark brown
- Grain & texture
- Straight grain; coarse texture with a natural oily feel
Uses
Similar species
Blackbutt
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 2
Cypress Pine
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 2
Ironbark
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 1
Durability class (AS 5604) is the expected life of the heartwood exposed to the weather. Above ground: Class 1 40+ years, Class 2 15–40 years, Class 3 7–15 years, Class 4 up to 7 years. In ground contact: Class 1 25+ years, Class 2 15–25 years, Class 3 5–15 years, Class 4 up to 5 years. Density is approximate. Availability changes, so please contact us to confirm stock.
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