Teak is the reference point every premium decking buyer measures against. Strand woven bamboo now meets it on hardness and stability at a fraction of the price — with different maintenance obligations.
Side by side
| Strand woven bamboo decking | Teak decking | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | Very high — strand woven construction | High, the classic benchmark |
| Stability | Good when properly kiln-dried | Excellent |
| Cost | A fraction of teak | Highest in category |
| Sustainability | Fast-regenerating, FSC-available; check chain of custody | Only credible with certified plantation teak |
| Maintenance | Annual oil, ventilated substructure | Oil or silver-grey weathering |
| Availability | Consistent from Chinese mills | Constrained, price-volatile |
The short verdict
Our position: bamboo for cost-controlled premium projects; teak where lifetime, salt-water exposure and heritage appearance dominate.
How to decide
- Choose strand woven bamboo for residential and hospitality decks with a defined budget
- Choose teak for marine and salt-exposed installations where nothing else holds up
- Insist on the kiln-dry schedule and the ventilation detail — deck failures are substructure failures
- Ask for the Janka rating and the density figure in writing with the quotation
What to put in the specification either way
Whatever you choose, three lines prevent most disputes: the material and grade in writing, the finish and its food-contact status, and the packing data — carton dimensions, pieces per carton and the packing moisture content. Every landed-cost surprise we have seen traces back to one of those three being assumed rather than specified.
Next step. Send your use case and quantity — we will tell you honestly whether strand woven bamboo decking is the right answer, and quote it if it is. Solicitar cotação · Browse the catalogue