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Dark Red Meranti – PEFC Certified Sustainable Timber for Premium Woodworking
Dark Red Meranti is a PEFC-certified tropical hardwood valued for its rich color, ease of machining, and stable performance. Grown in Southeast Asian forests, it offers a fine to moderately coarse texture with an attractive interlocked grain. Its medium density and good workability make it a popular choice among woodworkers and manufacturers.
This species is available in custom sizes and can be supplied kiln-dried or untreated depending on your project requirements.
1. Common Uses & Industry Applications
- High-end furniture and cabinetry
- Interior joinery: doors, frames, and wall panels
- Decorative cladding and moldings
- Veneer and plywood face sheets
- Light-duty structural elements in dry environment
2. Technical Specifications
3. Why Choose Dark Red Meranti Timber?
| Specification | Details |
| Species Name | Dark Red Meranti |
| Botanical Name | Shorea spp. |
| Timber Type | Medium Hardwood |
| Density (Air Dry) | 400–750 kg/m³ (avg. ~560 kg/m³) |
| Durability | Low to Medium (suitable for interior use) |
| Moisture Treatment | Available kiln-dried or untreated |
| Certifications | PEFC Certified Sustainable Timber |
| Common Applications | Furniture, Interior Joinery, Paneling |
| Use Environment | Indoor |
| Grain & Appearance | Interlocked grain, reddish-brown color |
| Available Sizes | Custom sizes available (length, width, thickness) |
3. Why Choose Dark Red Meranti Timber?
- Sustainably sourced and available with PEFC certification
- Stable, moderately durable hardwood for general use
- Ideal for interior joinery, furniture, panelling, and light construction
- Easy to machine, glue, and finish with smooth surface results
- Popular choice across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe for its versatility and appearance
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