Zimbabwe Teak Decking, 130mm x 20mm, Random Lengths
Zimbabwean teak decking is known for its extreme strength and durability and striking character. It also has good insect resistance. Colour are tones of reds with flashes of lighter sapwood. We suggest oiling the Zimbabwean Teak with Loba Decking teak oil to preserve the natural beauty and grain of this timber. Zimbabwean is generally only available in shorter lengths, max 2.4 metres, however it is available in a number of widths.
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Zimbabwe Teak (Baikiaea plurijuga) |
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Common Name(s): |
Rhodesian Teak, Zambesi Redwood |
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Scientific Name: |
Baikiaea plurijuga |
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Distribution: |
Primarily Zimbabwe (formerly Rhodesia) and other countries in southern Africa |
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Tree Size: |
15-20 m tall, .3-.6 m trunk diameter |
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Average Dried Weight: |
56890 kg/m3 |
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Specific Gravity (Basic, 12% MC): |
.73, .89 |
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Janka Hardness: |
213,300 N) |
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Modulus of Rupture: |
184.3 MPa |
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Elastic Modulus: |
18.48 GPa |
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Crushing Strength: |
66.2 MPa |
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Shrinkage: Radial: |
2.6%, Tangential: 4.5%, Volumetric: 6.9%, T/R Ratio: 1.7 |