Meranti (Shorea Spp.) Tropical Hardwood

MERANTI (Shorea spp.) Versatile Tropical Hardwood for Construction & Joinery

Our Meranti wood refers to a group of tropical hardwood species from the Shorea genus, commonly sourced from Southeast Asia. It is widely used due to its versatility, availability, and good balance of workability, stability, and appearance.

Meranti is typically categorized into light red, dark red, white, and yellow varieties, each offering slightly different properties. It features a straight to interlocked grain with a medium texture and a light pinkish to reddish-brown color that can darken over time. Meranti is commonly used in construction, furniture, doors, windows, paneling, and interior joinery.

Key Features:

Tropical hardwood from the Shorea species group (Meranti)
Available in light red, dark red, white, and yellow varieties
Medium density with good strength and stability
Straight to interlocked grain with medium texture
Good workability for cutting, machining, and finishing
Suitable for interior applications and light structural use
Commonly used in furniture, doors, windows, and paneling
Can be treated for improved durability in exterior applications
Available in logs, sawn timber, or custom sizes
Export-quality timber with consistent grading