BAlau wood
Common Name: Balau
Scientific/ Botanical Name: Shorea spp. Distribution: Southeast Asia Average dried weight/Air-dry density: 850-1,155 kg/m3 Classification: Heavy hardwood Colour/Appearance: ranges from the species, from red colour to darker reddish brown. Grain/ Texture: Coarse texture with medium to large pores(lubang). Grain is sometimes interlocked (don't understand what is interlocked grain? See Grain Direction) Uses: 1. Decking 2. Columns/ beams 3. Frames for truck 4. Heavy duty flooring 5. Heavy duty furniture 6. Door & window frames 7. Heavy construction |
Example of Balau wood
Examples of Balau wood (taken from warehouse)
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