After a long, hot summer, you may want to know how ... However, teak is an exotic timber, with a teak tree taking 35-50 years to mature, so it's a precious resource and it's pricey.

Pros: Cons: Price: "Teak can be more expensive than other hardwoods due to its superior qualities and time for the trees to mature," explains Tanya Rechberger. "However, its durability and long ...