Shorea wood is a teak or mahogany-like hardwood from the family shores laevifolia that is grown in the tropical rain forest regions of Indonesia. It has very similar qualities to teak. It resists rotting and is harder and heavier than teak. Common uses of shores wood in addition to fine furniture are boat and marine construction, bridge and oil rig construction, and lock-gates for flood control. It is also popular as a heavy-duty industrial flooring. It's original golden-brown color weathers to a beautiful lighter gray. Oiling is optional. Shorea has proven it's ability to withstand all seasons equally as well as teak.