Brazilian Teak vs. Traditional Teak

How Does Brazilian Teak Compare to “Traditional" Teak?

Here is a comparison when used as outdoor decking lumber:

BRAZILIAN TEAK

TRADITIONAL TEAK

Smooth and vivid golden brown to reddish brown color with a very distinguished grain pattern.	APPEARANCE	Uniform tan to brown without markings. Grain is usually straight to slightly wavy.
3540 lbs	JANKA HARDNESS	1050 lbs
25+yrs with no chemical treatment	LIFESPAN	10 – 15 years with no chemical treatment
Strong scratch resistant surface	DURABILITY	Middle-of-the-road durability. Weathers fast especially in coastal conditions.

BRAZILIAN TEAK and Cumaru are both common names for the species known as Dipteryx Odorata. Brazilian Teak is famous for being one of the world’s premier exotic flooring options. With vivid colors ranging from golden brown to mahogany red, Brazilian Teak provides people across the world with a durable and attractive product.

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Current Hiatus: We will be pausing all new custom orders from January 1st to April 1st, 2026. During this 90-day period, we will focus on working through our current custom order queue as well as completing essential shop maintenance and improvements.

Our Commitment: All orders placed before the hiatus remain in progress and will be completed as promptly as possible. This pause allows us to catch up properly and maintain the level of quality and attention each piece deserves.

Brazilian Teak vs. Traditional Teak

How Does Brazilian Teak Compare to “Traditional" Teak?

BRAZILIAN TEAK

TRADITIONAL TEAK

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Please Note:

Current Hiatus: We will be pausing all new custom orders from January 1st to April 1st, 2026. During this 90-day period, we will focus on working through our current custom order queue as well as completing essential shop maintenance and improvements.

Our Commitment: All orders placed before the hiatus remain in progress and will be completed as promptly as possible. This pause allows us to catch up properly and maintain the level of quality and attention each piece deserves.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

The Blizniak’s Bokken Team

Brazilian Teak vs. Traditional Teak

How Does Brazilian Teak Compare to “Traditional" Teak?

BRAZILIAN TEAK

TRADITIONAL TEAK

Add Your Comments

Cancel reply

Important Announcement

Please Note:

Current Hiatus: We will be pausing all new custom orders from January 1st to April 1st, 2026. During this 90-day period, we will focus on working through our current custom order queue as well as completing essential shop maintenance and improvements.

Our Commitment: All orders placed before the hiatus remain in progress and will be completed as promptly as possible. This pause allows us to catch up properly and maintain the level of quality and attention each piece deserves.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support!

The Blizniak’s Bokken Team