Teak sawn veneer (lamellas) 4.5 mm combines wear resistance, tolerance to microclimate fluctuations, and an expressive texture. The thick cut allows for repeated surface sanding and refinishing. The material is an optimal solution for outdoor furniture, engineered parquet flooring, solid worktops, doors, and stair treads. We supply teak sawn veneer starting from 1 pack. Remote timber selection is available tailored to your project. Warehouse pickup is available from the warehouse in Kyiv, alongside dispatch across Ukraine via freight carriers.
Key Features of Teak Sawn Veneer (Lamella)
- Structural integrity. Due to the sawing technology, the timber maintains a stable structure and fibre integrity, ensuring high surface quality.
- Natural colour palette. The production process for lamellas does not require preliminary steaming. This preserves the natural wood shades without unwanted yellow or red tints, which is critical for design projects.
- Durability and restoration. With thicknesses ranging from 2 mm to 10 mm, lamella products can be sanded and refinished multiple times (similar to solid wood boards). This makes the material ideal for high-traffic flooring, stairs, and furniture.
- Stability. Sawn veneer demonstrates high resistance to fluctuations in humidity and temperature. The risk of deformation in products veneered with these sheets is minimal.
- Workability. The smooth and clean surface after sawing ensures excellent adhesion with all types of adhesives (PVA, PU, resins). Veneer sheets are easy to cut, sand, stain, and varnish.
Custom Teak Sawn Lamella
We stock Acacia sawn veneer in thicknesses of 2.5 mm and 4.5 mm, lengths of 2–3.2 m, and widths of 10–21 cm.
Made-to-order options:
- Thickness: Non-standard sizes from 2 mm to 10 mm.
- Dimensions: Custom widths and lengths available upon request.
- Minimum order quantity (MOQ): From 10 m² per species.
- Lead time: 10 working days.
TIP. Always order sawn lamellas with a 10–15% surface area allowance. Extra material is essential for grain matching and figure alignment, as well as for end trimming and cross-cutting.
Teak Sawn Veneer Grades
For facing materials, the grade indicates aesthetic characteristics rather than technical quality. Since lamella is used as a face layer, its classification is based on visual parameters: the presence of knots, sapwood, medullary rays, and colour uniformity.
All grades in our range undergo the same kiln-drying cycle to a moisture content (MC) of 8–10% and precision thickness sanding. The choice of grade depends solely on the intended style of the finished product.
| Grade | Characteristics |
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| A (Select / Prime) |
The highest level of timber selection, prioritising clarity and uniformity.
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| B (Natural) |
This material showcases the wood’s texture, balancing clarity with authenticity.
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| C (Rustic / Country) |
Highly expressive texture that emphasises the material’s natural origin.
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Where is Teak Sawn Veneer Used?
Parquet Board
Hardwood sawn veneer is used as the wear layer of flooring. The Teak wear layer withstands the operational loads of residential spaces and, with proper treatment and maintenance, provides long-lasting service. Engineered and parquet boards are aesthetic, practical, and wear-resistant materials that suit dozens of interior styles.
Staircase Elements and Treads
Sawn veneer from hard and dense species is used to face the treads and landings of internal staircases. Lamellas withstand significant loads, maintain their structural geometry, and are suitable for future restoration.
Worktops
Sawn veneer sheets are a durable material used for desks, coffee tables, and side tables, as well as bar counters, shop counters, reception desks, and kitchen islands.
Furniture Fronts
Sawn lamella allows for the creation of unique custom cabinetry. Due to its sufficient thickness, veneered fronts can be milled or wire-brushed. Additionally, lamellas are used to create louvred fronts for wardrobes and other storage areas. Timber-faced doors for cabinets, chests of drawers, and sideboards are essential elements for bespoke design projects.
Wall Panels
Interior timber panels are not only wall or ceiling finishes but also an opportunity to enhance local lighting. LED-backlit panels are popular for living rooms and bedrooms. Veneered wall panels are also used for the interior fit-out of cafes, restaurants, retail spaces, and offices.
Interior Decor
Timber lamellas are used to manufacture various decorative products. The material is easy to cut, glue, paint, varnish, and stain. Sawn lamella is used to create toys, puzzles, coasters, napkin holders, boxes, phone holders, decorative panels, stationery organisers, cosmetic stands, wall clocks, and more.
Teak Sawn Lamella Production Technology
- Raw material selection. The production process begins with the rigorous selection of premium and prime-grade boards. This stage defines the quality of the future product, as timber characteristics directly affect the aesthetics and performance of the lamella.
- Kiln drying. Selected raw materials undergo drying in specialised kilns. This technology allows for the achievement of an optimal joinery moisture content (MC) level (8–10%), which is essential for material stability. Correct drying reduces internal stresses and prevents deformation or cracking.
- Calibration. Before sawing, the boards are calibrated to dimensions that match the parameters of the saw frame. This approach ensures high precision in subsequent processing and optimal material yield.
- Sawing. Prepared blanks are fed into a Wintersteiger machine. After setting the thickness and other parameters, the timber is resawn into sheets. The use of high-precision equipment guarantees consistent saw-cut quality.
- Quality control (QC) and grading. The finished sawn veneer is inspected for compliance with dimensions, thickness, and grade. After grading, the lamellas are grouped into bundles, which are then packed onto pallets for transport.
Teak Timber: Characteristics and Technical Features
Teak (Tectona grandis) is globally recognized as the «king of hardwoods». This species possesses a unique chemical composition, characterized by high concentrations of natural oils and silica. Teak is an unrivaled material for marine applications (yacht building), exterior decking, and high-end furniture designed for use in harsh environments. Its natural botanical range covers Southeast Asian nations: Myanmar (the source of the highly-prized “Burmese Teak”), India, Thailand, and Laos. Due to sustained global demand, teak is extensively cultivated on plantations across Africa, Central, and South America. Plantation-grown teak typically exhibits slightly lower density and oil concentrations compared to old-growth timber harvested from primary forests.
Teak is a medium-weight hardwood with exceptional dimensional stability; it undergoes minimal shrinkage or swelling during fluctuations in relative humidity. Its density typically ranges from 650 to 680 kg/m³, with a Brinell hardness of 3.5–3.8 HB. Natural extractives act as preservatives, making the timber highly resistant to moisture, mold, termites, and other wood-boring pests. The service life (lifespan) of teak products can exceed 50–70 years, even when subjected to direct exposure to the elements.
Freshly sawn timber exhibits a golden-brown or olive hue, occasionally featuring dark mineral streaks. Under UV exposure, teak matures into a rich, deep brown. When left untreated in exterior applications, the material develops a characteristic silvery-gray patina. The texture is coarse and somewhat uneven. To the touch, the wood feels distinctly oily or greasy. The grain is predominantly straight, though wavy or interlocked grain is occasionally encountered. Large, open pores are clearly visible on longitudinal surfaces.
Due to its high silica content, teak exerts a significant blunting effect on cutting tool edges. It is highly recommended to utilize carbide-tipped or diamond-coated (PCD) tooling. The high concentration of natural oils can hinder adhesive bonding. Immediately prior to gluing, the surface must be thoroughly degreased using a solvent (such as acetone or denatured alcohol). Specialized polyurethane or epoxy adhesive systems are preferred for structural bonding. Teak is generally incompatible with traditional water-based or alkyd lacquers, as delamination or peeling may occur. The optimal finishing choice involves specialized teak oils, which penetrate deep into the pores to saturate the fibers and enhance the wood’s natural coloration.
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