The wood flooring you are looking at on this website, if solid construction is made 100% from this species of wood, and if it was made in an engineered format, then the upper wear layer only is likely made from this species of wood. The information on this species page is offered as service to better educate prospective buyers about the wood they are buying and represents decades of our experience and knowledge of these woods when used in flooring. On this page you will find only GENERAL TECHNICAL INFORMATION about this wood species. Please note that ONLY on the flooring page will you find the detailed information as to which specific grade, graining and surface treatment, finish and stain colors that have been used/selected for the actual wood flooring you are looking at.
| Flooring Trade Name | Photo of Wood | Color Variability | Color Fastness | Color Change Description | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| African Teak |  |
Tigerwood, as the name suggests, is a species which exhibits a wide range of color/striping. The striping can vary from fine lines to bold “brush strokes”. The background color can range from light tans to darker orange browns< | Tigerwood exhibits a large degree of color change with a pronounced darkening of the background under the stripes from an orangey tan to a deep reddish brown color, which then in turn makes the striping less contrasting and more subtle |
