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Why is teak wood so expensive?
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Teak wood is so expensive because it is in high demand due to its water-, pest-, and rot-resistant qualities. It's price is a reflection of its beauty and durability.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Dutch Teak Bookcase by Everest, Rotterdam, 1960s
By Everest
Located in Delft, NL
Dutch teak bookcase by Everest, Rotterdam, 1960s
This bookcase comes from a Dutch furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Dutch Teak Magazine Stand, 1960s
By Cees Braakman
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Beautiful minimalistic, sleek design, this dutch magazine stand from the 1960s. Teak veneered and
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Modern Magazine Racks and Stands
Materials
Metal
Dutch Teak Canal Post with Tapered Limestone Top
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Demi-lune Tables
Materials
Limestone
Antique 19th Century Dutch Teak Honey Color Coffee Table with Drawer
Located in Casteren, NL
made from two wide boards of a solid teak joint together by a lap joint. Below is a single drawer with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique early 20th century Dutch teak coffee table in natural color
Located in Casteren, NL
Here presented is a beautiful antique coffee table crafted from teak wood in the early 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Pair Dutch teak and copper floor lamps, silk shades, by Jan des Bouvrie
Located in Zaandam, NL
wonderful pair in in a great vintage condition as can be seen in the pics. The teak is without any real
Category
1990s Dutch Floor Lamps
Materials
Copper