Tigerwood deck boards are the most dramatic of all the exotic hardwoods. Tigerwood has many of the same features that the other exotic hardwood decking materials have, but it also has dramatic coloration. Tigerwood is a light golden brown (some boards are a little more red), with much darker brown and black streaks. Tigerwood only gets prettier with age. It deepens with exposure and age and even the plainer-looking wood has a natural luster. It's also sold to homeowners who are looking for a less expensive alternative to teak.
Tigerwood Deck Boards Specs:
Janka Hardness Rating: 1850
Bending Strength: 19,825 PSI
Life Expetancy: Over 30 years with no treatments, staing etc.
Tigerwood alternate names
Tigerwood is know by several other names.
Goncalo Alves
Astronium Lecointei
Brazilian Koa
Tigerwood Decking Benefits
Tigerwood has many benefits similar to the other exotic hardwood decking materials: