Businessman Turns Love of Trees into Thriving Teak Wood Business. Irvine, California — Don Whitmore has always loved trees, so it’s not surprising that he would eventually turn that passion into a thriving business called Pacific Coast Teak. Located in Paso Robles, California, Pacific Coast Teak is the largest direct importer of top-quality, sustainable...
Learn MoreFirst seen on the Rolls-Royce 100EX experimental car, the yacht-style luxury teak decking for the rear hood cover is one of the most stunning and intelligent luxury options offered on the Rolls-Royce Phantom, or “Drophead Coupe” in Rolls-speak. Considering its gorgeous warm honey hues and its resistance to moisture and decay, it’s no wonder their...
Learn MoreWe are FSC Certified but what does that mean exactly? What does it take to wear the FSC badge? First of all, we want you to know this is about doing well for the earth and respecting it’s natural resources. FSC Forest Stewardship council carries a profound message; like trees in a forest, each individual effort combined creates a huge effort that makes all the...
Learn MoreHomeowners have often wrestled with metal vs. wood for outdoor furniture, some even relying on plastic to give their outdoor space a unique yet comfortable charm. While more expensive, there is no better solution for your patio conundrum than teak. Most of your cheaper woods are not naturally resistant to insects and weathering. Teak is. It is also a beautifully...
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People generally prize teak wood above the average length of pine or oak. But why? The answer lies in the natural oils and rubber found within the teak wood. There is an abundance of natural oils and rubber locked into the tight grain of teak. Not to mention that teak retains these oils and its rubber even after being felled and processed. Because of this, it is...
Learn MoreHere at Pacific Coast Teak, we’re very proud to display our FSC approval certification, and we want to make sure you know why it’s important to find FSC lumber for your project. It’s simply not enough for us to tell you that we offer high-quality, sustainable plantation grown teak lumber. If you’re finding teak lumber for your own home or office, you want to know...
Learn MoreNothing says luxury quite like a Rolls-Royce. Now, the British car company is incorporating teak into their designs. Finding inspiration from the finest boat-builders and cabinet makers, Rolls-Royce has started hand-fashioning their dashboards out of teak in the Ghost model. Almost every Rolls-Royce is made to order. Rolls-Royce initially only put teak in the Rs.2.5 crore...
Learn MoreTeak has always been a favorite material in kitchen design. From cabinets to countertops, the durable hardwood not only naturally resists water, but it also has a warm, honey gold color that is rich and inviting. There’s no reason to limit teak to decoration, however. Teak can offer functionality as well as style in every kitchen design. Are you...
Learn MoreNo timber on the market can do what teak does. It is naturally weather resistant and isn’t susceptible to termites or bugs the way other lumber is. While teak is best known in its lumber form for its durability and natural weather resistance, the elements of the hardwood have been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. Each part of the teak plant...
Learn MoreOnce a staple feature in boat-building, teak lumber is finding new life in another transportation market: cars. Recently, Range Rover has taken the warm, honey colored wood and brought it to the cargo floor of their Autobiography Ultimate Edition. The top of the automotive market has been dominated by exotic sports cars and luxury sedans. While SUVs have put up a good...
Learn MoreOlympic sailing has been a staple event since 1896. Originally called yachting, in it’s first appearance at the Olympic Games, the races were cancelled due to severe weather conditions. The United States has collected 59 medals in the sport since it was included in the Olympics. Each event consists of a series of races. Points are awarded according to position. The...
Learn MorePacific Coast Teak’s FSC©-certified imported teak lumber is ready for your building project needs Pacific Coast Teak has a large amount of FSC©-certified imported teak lumber – thousands of board feet – ready for your building needs! Imported directly from our plantations in Central America, this beautiful, deep-grained hardwood is just the lumber you...
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