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# **Balsa Wood Supply Description**

Supplier:
Timson Fresh Produce Supplier & General Maintenance Services**

Place of Origin
Papua New Guinea

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## **Product Overview**
Timson Fresh Produce Supplier supplies **high-quality balsa wood** sourced locally from **Papua New Guinea**. Balsa wood is highly valued for its **lightweight nature, straight grain, and excellent workability**, making it suitable for a wide range of applications including construction support, packaging, insulation, formwork, crafts, carpentry, and general utility use.

The balsa wood supplied is **carefully milled, properly dried, and inspected** to meet consistent quality and dimensional standards.

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## **Available Sizes and Lengths**
The balsa wood is supplied in the following **crossâ??section sizes**, all cut to a **standard length of 1.5 meters**:

- **2 x 2 inches @ 1.5 meters**
- **3 x 2 inches @ 1.5 meters**
- **3 x 3 inches @ 1.5 meters**
- **4 x 4 inches @ 1.5 meters**
- **5 x 5 inches @ 1.5 meters**
- **6 x 6 inches @ 1.5 meters**

All sizes are accurately measured and produced for **uniformity, ease of installation, and reliability** in both structural and nonâ??structural applications.

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## **Drying and Seasoning Process**
To ensure durability and long service life, the balsa wood undergoes a **controlled drying and seasoning process** after milling.

### **Drying Method**
- Combination of **air drying and kiln drying**
- Gradual moisture reduction to prevent cracking, warping, or shrinkage
- Protection against fungal growth and insect infestation

### **Drying Temperature**
- Drying temperatures are carefully maintained between **40C and 55C**
- This temperature range preserves the natural fiber strength of balsa wood while ensuring effective moisture removal

### **Moisture Content**
- Final moisture content is reduced to approximately **10%â??14%**, suitable for tropical conditions and general commercial use

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## **Key Quality Characteristics**
- Lightweight and stable
- Straight grain and smooth surface finish
- Easy to cut, shape, and handle
- Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications (with proper treatment)
- Responsibly sourced from Papua New Guinea