Teak is a prized material for high-end furniture. This tropical hardwood has very high oil content, which makes it waterproof, weatherproof, anti-bacterial, and very resistant to mold. It never rots! The lifespan of teak furniture is at least 75 years, so your children and grandchildren will enjoy your ARB Teak & Specialties product as much as you do. Our teak is certified Indonesian Legal Wood, guaranteeing that it is sustainably grown and harvested. It is sourced from government-managed plantations in Indonesia. We only use Grade A teak, which comes from the heartwood of a fully mature (40+ years old) tree and has the highest density and oil content. Our furniture is hand-sanded and splinter-free. We use mortise and tenon joints, an ancient technique which produces very strong, clean-looking joints.