Exotic Teak
“Teak is unmatched in its durability, beauty and longevity.”
Teak has all of the attributes one could wish for in a roofing shingle, and its secret lies in its tight grain and natural oils. A roof is the crowning touch of any home or structure, and our Teak shingles are the ideal choice to transform your roof into a masterpiece that lasts for decades to come. Its extreme durability and resistance has made it a prized building material for centuries. Shingles are crafted in the Dragon’s Tooth profile, or can be custom-cut to your specifications. Teak is the most expensive option, but is unmatched in its beauty, longevity, and is considered the gold standard for rot resistance.
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The Test of Time
Teak has been used as a boatbuilding material for over 150 years. In addition to relatively high strength, teak is also highly resistant to rot, fungi and mildew. In addition, teak has a relatively low shrinkage ratio, which makes it excellent for applications where it undergoes periodic changes in moisture. Teak has the unusual properties of being both an excellent structural timber for framing, roofing, planking, etc., while at the same time being easily worked, unlike some other similar woods.
How Long Does a Teak Shingle Roof Last?
When installed correctly, teak shingles and shakes typically provide a 50–80 year service life, depending on roof design, climate exposure, and maintenance practices. Teak’s exceptional longevity is largely due to its high natural oil and silica content, which allows the wood to naturally repel water and resist rot, fungi, and wood-boring insects without the need for chemical preservatives. Unlike other wood species that may warp or split under stress, teak maintains its shape and structural integrity through extreme temperature fluctuations due to its high density.
Do Teak Shingles Need Special Maintenance?
Inspect the roof periodically for debris accumulation in valleys, gutters, and low-slope transitions. Keep overhanging branches trimmed back to reduce shade, and organic buildup. Use gentle cleaning methods that don’t damage the wood surface. If color retention is a project requirement, you can specify a UV sealer, but it’s optional.
Teak is uniquely low-maintenance because its high concentration of natural oils and rubber acts as a built-in preservative, making it largely "self-care" compared to other woods. Unlike cedar, which often requires chemical treatments to stave off rot, teak will naturally age to a beautiful, silvery-gray patina without losing its structural integrity or resistance to fungi. If you prefer to maintain its original honey-gold hue, you only need to apply a specialized teak sealer or UV-protective oil every few years, as the wood's dense grain prevents deep penetration of stains and dirt.
