"lupi" wrote in message
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I was told $16/bf here in WA. state. Also, there is supposedly some
difference in where and how it's grown that makes it more suitable for
different boat projects- exterior, interior, strength or cosmetic etc.
Any one have better info?


There is a difference but that dosn't make much difference. (pardon the
Yogism) SE Asian teak, especially old growth Burmese, is considerably
closer grained than plantation grown Centeral American teak but there is a
ban on importing Burmese teak and when you do find it it is WAY more
expensive.

It also makes a difference how it is cut. Vertical grain is best for most
boat uses but quarter sawing reduces yield so the boards cost more. I
ordered 500 bd ft from East Teak's South Carolina yard and paid an average
of $7/bd.ft. I limited my quarter sawn to 100' of 5/4 2x6s for the cap
rails and cut all the deck strips, veneers and small parts from much cheaper
2x2 balks. Resawn across the grain the balks yielded about 90% vertical
grain.

The reason I asked how much he needed and in what sizes is that I have a
couple of balks left that I couldn't get a straight grain out of but might
be good for trim.

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