Teak Flooring

I. Introduction to Teak

Teak (TEAK) is recognized worldwide as a prestigious and precious timber, known as the "King of Woods." It originates from countries in Southeast Asia such as Thailand and Myanmar, with the best quality teak coming from Thailand and Myanmar. However, since Thailand banned the export of teak logs in the 1980s, teak flooring currently available on the market is primarily sourced from Myanmar. Authentic Myanmar teak flooring is made from natural old-growth teak, which boasts exceptional quality.

II. Advantages of Teak Flooring

1. Natural Insect Repellent: Teak is rich in iron and oil, effectively repelling snakes, insects, mice, and ants, providing natural protection for your home.
2. Excellent Stability: After professional drying treatment, teak exhibits exceptional dimensional stability, being one of the woods with the smallest shrinkage and swelling deformation. Therefore, teak flooring is less prone to deformation or cracking during use.
3. Wear-resistant and Moisture-proof: Teak flooring is extremely wear-resistant and features moisture resistance, corrosion resistance, insect resistance, and acid and alkali resistance, making it highly durable.
4. Excellent Decorative Effect: The noble color and unique texture of teak flooring enhance its decorative effect, elevating the taste of your home.
5. Comfortable Underfoot: Teak flooring has good elasticity and provides a comfortable walking experience, making it a top choice among solid wood floors.
6. Natural Aroma: The unique fragrance of teak has a calming effect on the nervous system, creating a pleasant living environment.

III. Selection and Identification of Teak Flooring

1. Selection Tips:
   • Observe the texture and color: High-quality teak flooring features unique textures and colors, with a natural and smooth appearance and lustre.
   • Inspect the cross-section: High-quality teak has a dense texture, clear grain, and high hardness, which can be judged by observing the cross-section.
   • Consider the installation environment: Choose teak flooring with good moisture resistance or dry resistance based on the humidity of the usage environment.
   • Select manufacturers with good brand reputation: To ensure the quality of the purchased teak flooring and understand the manufacturer's after-sales service.
2. Identification Methods:
   • Genuine teak flooring has unique textures and colors, with a natural sheen on the surface.
   • The texture of teak flooring is dense and hard, which can be judged by the sound when tapped.
   • The cross-section of teak flooring should exhibit clear textures and a dense structure.
   • You can identify teak flooring by its unique fragrance.