Species

Britton Timbers – Merbau

Britton Timbers – Merbau

Sapwood is well defined and pale yellow. Heartwood is yellowish to orange brown when fresh, weathering to brown or dark red brown. Grain is interlocked. Texture is coarse but even. Growth rings are distinct. Pores are often filled with yellow or white deposits which are obvious on the surface. The dark brown extractive readily leaches in water. Also known as Kwila.
Description

Sapwood is well defined and pale yellow. Heartwood is yellowish to orange brown when fresh, weathering to brown or dark red brown. Grain is interlocked. Texture is coarse but even. Growth rings are distinct. Pores are often filled with yellow or white deposits which are obvious on the surface. The dark brown extractive readily leaches in water. Also known as Kwila.

Properties
  • Density: 830
  • Modulus of Rupture (MPa Dry): 147
  • Tangential Shrinkage: 2.5%
  • Screwing / Split Resistance: Good
  • Finish: Good
  • Sapwood Lyctid Susceptible: Yes
  • Growing Region: Asia Pacific
Applications
  • Furniture
  • Joinery
  • Flooring
  • Decking and Cladding

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