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What do you mean when you say slow growth teak?
We do not rush the growth of our teak through artificial means, our teak looks like more like the teak of Southeast Asia. That is why we call our teak slow growth.
How should I take care of teak?
You can find more information on the proper methods of caring for teak at our teak maintanance page.
What is this oil I see in my teak?
Teak is a naturally oily wood, and the oil is a great insect repellant so termites are rarely a problem with teak. The oil contributes to its ability to resist the effects of harsh weather and last for many years.
What countries is teak indigenous to?
Teak is indigenous to 5 countries in SE Asia: Laos, Cambodia, Burma (Myanmar), Thailand, and the Philippines.
Is your teak natural or grown by people?
Our teak is 100% plantation grown.
Are you destroying natural forests when you cut down the teak trees?
No, our teak is 100% plantation teak grown in Mexico and Central America. We do not cut any natural forests down as there are no natural teak forests in Central America. They have all been planted and the majority of our plantations were planted on reclaimed ranch land that had been eroded.
Is my teak ok for outside use?
Yes, teak is used for outdoor applications all the time including decks and patio furniture. Teak lumber is one of the best woods for outdoor applications due to its resistance to rotting.
What is FSC?
Products carrying the FSC label are independently certified to assure consumers that they come from forests that are managed to meet the social, economic and ecological needs of present and future generations.
What does the Proteak FSC certificate mean?
Our certificate shows that we prohibit conversion of natural forests or other habitats around the world, we prohibit the use of highly hazardous pesticides around the world, we prohibit the cultivation of genetically modified trees, and we respect the right of indigeneous peoples around the world."
Does Proteak have a carbon footprint?
We actually have a negative carbon footprint. On a daily basis our plantations capture the carbon emissions equivalent to 15,000 cars!
Who do I contact for more information about your teak?
Please contact as us at info@proteak.com for more information or for a quote.
Why is teak considered one of the best woods?
Teak is one of the most beautiful, high-quality woods used today. Teak's uses are numerous because of the color, resistance to rotting, and the relative ease it is to work with. Teak makes the perfect outdoor chair, table, deck, flooring, or countertop. Its uses and applications are endless. Many other hardwoods are often marketed as teak substitutes, but no other material performs to the same standards as genuine teak.
Why is my outdoor teak furniture turning gray?
Over time, teak furniture will attain a handsome silvery-gray finish. This process takes approximately nine months, depending on the amount of sunlight and rain exposure. During weathering, a slight lifting of the grain may occur and you may even see a few cracks. This is not considered a defect, but a natural expanding and contracting of the wood. The grain will return to its original smooth finish after the weathering process is complete
