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Wood Floor Species: Teak ( Thia / Burmese) Tectona grandis |
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LEFT-Oil based RIGHT-Water Based |
Appearance: Color: Heartwood varies from yellow-brown to dark golden brown, turning rich brown when exposed to sunlight. Sapwood is lighter cream colored |
| Grain: Straight; coarse, uneven texture. | |
| Availability: Limited | |
| Properties: Hardness: 1000, Janka Table, 22% softer than Northern red oak . Durability: Strength values are similar to those of American oak. | |
| Workability: Sawing: Moderate ease, carbide tooling recommended Nailing: Good Sanding: Clogs sanding paper Finishing: Some finishes have adhesion / drying concerns due to natural oils in the wood. | |
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See these related pages: |
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| Installation Procedures | |
| Wood Flooring Cuts & Grades | Finishing Procedures |
| Wood Properties | Radiant Heat and Wood Floors |
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