Brazilian Teak

BRAZILIAN TEAK Brazilian teak, also known as Cumaru, is a highly durable wood with a smooth finish. Brazilian teak has many uses and is also harvested for its vanilla-cinnamon scented tonka beans. ORIGIN Brazilian teak can be found in the northern regions of South America. The scientific name is dipteryx odorata, and trees can grow as high as 130-160 feet tall. USES FLOORING CABINETS DECKING TABLES DENSITY JANKA SCALE The Janka Scale is an industry 5000 standard tool used for measuring the hardness of wood flooring. 4000 Brazilian teak has a medium rating of 3,330 on the Janka Scale. 3000 2000 3330 1000 pounds - force Tavk ProSource Source Wholesale Floorcoverings www.specialtywoodsolutions.com/trazilanteak html http//www.wood-database.comlumber-iderntdication/hardwoodscumanal