| Title | सागौन काष्ठ (Teak Wood)Rare Sāgaun Kāṣṭha Teak Wood |
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| Description | Sāgaun Kāṣṭha (Teak Wood), or *Śāka Kāṣṭha* in Sanskrit, is a durable hardwood (density 650-750 kg/m³) extensively utilized in Indic heritage architecture. Originating from *Śākavṛkṣa* forests across Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Kerala, its inherent oil content provides exceptional water resistance and decay prevention [2]. Traditional *sthapatis* (architects) employed it for *dvāra bandhana* (door frames), *vātaāyana bandhana* (window frames), and *chattra* (ceiling) beams [1]. The Maratha, Rajput, and Vijayanagara dynasties favored teak for structural elements and intricate carvings. Its modulus of elasticity ranges from 10-12 GPa, with bending strength between 80-120 MPa [3]. Conservation efforts at sites like Ajanta and Ellora necessitate careful restoration using sustainably sourced teak, mirroring traditional *vanaspati* (plant-based) preservation techniques. Historical processing involved manual sawing and adzing. Modern conservation addresses issues of fungal decay and insect infestation, employing compatible consolidants. |
| Also Known As | Teak Wood Sāgaun Kāṣṭha Teak Wood Teak Tectona grandis wood सागवान लकड़ी सागौन की लकड़ी शाक शाकवृक्ष काष्ठ தேக்கு மரம் (Tēkku maram) టేకు కలప (Ṭēku kalapa) ತೇಗದ ಮರ (Tēgada mara) തേക്ക് മരം (Tēkk maraṁ) সেগুন কাঠ (Sēguna kāṭha) সেগুন কাঠ (Segun kath) |
| Tags | सागौन Sāgaun Teak Wood Timber Forest Hardwood Durability Sagaun सागौन काष्ठ Sāgaun Kāshtha Kāshtha |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-053597804-20-11-25-SA |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/teak-wood |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/teak-wood |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Hardwood Timber |
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| Regions | Maharashtra Madhya Pradesh Karnataka Kerala |
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| Time Periods | Ancient Medieval Colonial Modern |
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| Dynasties | Maratha Rajput Vijayanagara Travancore Chera |
| Sources | Western Ghats forests Central Indian forests |
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| Properties | Density: 650-750 kg/m³ Modulus of elasticity: 10-12 GPa Moisture content: 12-15% Natural oil content for water resistance Bending strength: 80-120 MPa Durability: High Resistance to decay: High Tensile strength: 70-100 MPa |
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| Uses | Door frames Window frames Ceiling beams Decorative panels Carved elements Doors Windows Structural beams Carvings Shipbuilding Furniture Roof rafters |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) लोहा - Lohā (Iron) लकड़ी का तेल - Lakdi Kā Tel (Wood Oil) Wood preservatives Varnish Nails Screws तेल - Tel (Oil) लाख - Lākh (Lac) |
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| Styles | Rajput architecture Colonial architecture Traditional Indian architecture Kerala architecture Vernacular architecture Maratha architecture |
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| Categories | Havelis Palaces Temples Temple Palace Residential buildings Residential House Haveli Residential Buildings |
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| Notes |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Indian Forest Records | Forestry Report | Teak wood properties |
| Forest Research Institute reports | Technical Report | Teak wood properties and preservation |
| Indian Woods: Their Identification, Properties and Uses | Book | Technical data on teak wood |
| Forest Research Institute Reports | Technical Report | Teak wood properties and preservation |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hindu Temple Greater Chicago Lemont | Secondary | 100% |