Teak

Tectona grandis

(Left-Oil based / Right-Water based finish)
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.