When compared to other types of wood, teak wood is more expensive. However, it is also one of the few kinds of wood that has a very long lifespan. In-fact, teak wood furniture can endure up to 70 years with proper maintenance.

Similar to mango wood, teak is a tropical hardwood that is mostly found in South and South-East Asia. Some nations where teak is grown include Northern Thailand, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Malaysia, and India. Two varieties of teak wood are there in the respective Indian regions: Central province teak and Nagpur teak. Read more