It might seem to make sense to you to use a completely different species than you have before to build something you’ve built many times before. But it may not work. Unlike manufactured products, where a simple color or finish type simply means a different pigment, each wood … [Read more...]

We’ve been pretty excited about the growing availability of Teak that’s become available for uses outside the boat-building industry in recent years. But never did we expect to be able to put it to use in such an amazing historic restoration as the Salk Institute in San Diego. … [Read more...]

If you’ve tried using Teak for a project designed with another lumber species in view, you’ve found this out the hard way: you simply can’t assume that what’s a typical length or width for other lumber species will be reasonable to acquire in Teak. The reason for the limited … [Read more...]

We’re guessing you already heard the amazing news that there’s Teak available for builders outside the boat building industry, here in the US, ready and waiting for you to purchase. (If not, go back and read this post, so you’re up to speed.) While most of the Teak boards we … [Read more...]

While the Teak industry has traditionally revolved around the needs of boat builders, the current market has allowed for those in other industries to have access to premium Teak. With the high degree of fluctuation within the Myanmar government, Teak availability has been … [Read more...]

We’re not at all opposed to plantation-grown lumber in general; however, when it comes to Teak, we’re certainly partial to native growth Burmese Teak. The exceptional coloration and consistent vertical grain make authentic Burmese Teak far superior to Plantation Teak. While we’ve … [Read more...]

One of the most attractive aspects of Teak is, undoubtedly, its color. One of the most frustrating aspects of Teak is, again, its color. The rich honey-brown hue with straight, even grain, is what many people love about Teak, but the color change that has to occur before this … [Read more...]

As Teak lumber becomes more used in the marine and general construction industries, it's important for builders and customers to know the difference between old-growth and plantation-grown teak. Characteristics Fundamentals Teak lumber can be found in the wild in … [Read more...]

Teak lumber is an increasingly popular exotic hardwood that's used for everything from indoor furnishings to boat decking. However, not all Teak is created equal. Only FEQ Teak lumber with consistent coloring and grain patterns is purchased by quality lumber specialists like J. … [Read more...]

Teak is a sought after exotic hardwood. It is prized for its rich golden brown color. Whether you’re looking for durable, aesthetically pleasing wood for an interior, exterior, or marine application, Teak is an excellent choice. But not all Teak is equal when it comes to quality … [Read more...]