Balau

Balau’s heartwood is yellow-brown, varying to brown and dark reddish-brown, with an interlocked grain and a moderately fine and even texture. It has a coarse texture with medium to large pores and the grain is sometimes interlocked. The weight of balau averages 930 kg/m³ (58 lb/ft³); specific gravity .93.

Heavy construction workBridge and wharf constructionHardwood balau deckingSleepersBoatsPlywoodVeneerGeneral constructionFlooringa number of other general utility purposes

For more information on Balau talk to Whitmore's Timber Co Ltd