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Nyatoh – PEFC-Certified Hardwood for Interior Joinery and Fine Woodworking

Nyatoh is a tropical hardwood valued for its smooth texture, attractive reddish-brown color, and excellent workability. Commonly sourced from Southeast Asia, Nyatoh is a PEFC-certified sustainable timber, making it an eco-friendly choice for high-quality interior applications.

With its medium density and straight to shallowly interlocked grain, Nyatoh is easy to machine, sand, glue, and finish — ideal for craftsmen, furniture makers, and interior designers seeking both performance and aesthetics.

Available in custom sizes, Nyatoh timber can be supplied kiln-dried or untreated to suit your project specifications.

1. Common Uses & Industry Applications

• Interior doors, frames, and wall paneling
• Furniture manufacturing and cabinetry
• Mouldings, skirtings, and decorative trim
• Veneers and plywood face sheets
• Stair components and handrails
• Light interior construction

2. Technical Specifications
 

Specification	Details
Species Name	Nyatoh
Botanical Name	Palaquium spp. / Payena spp.
Timber Type	Medium Hardwood
Density (Air Dry)	450–800 kg/m³ (avg. ~560 kg/m³)
Durability	Low to Medium (recommended for interior use)
Moisture Treatment	Available kiln-dried or untreated
Certifications	PEFC Certified Sustainable Timber
Common Applications	Joinery, Furniture, Paneling, Veneer
Use Environment	Indoor
Grain & Appearance	Straight to shallow interlocked grain, light red to reddish-brown
Available Sizes	Custom sizes available (length, width, thickness)

3. Why Choose Nyatoh Timber?

• PEFC-certified hardwood from sustainably managed Southeast Asian forests
• Excellent workability: easy to machine, sand, and finish
• Smooth grain and consistent color ideal for modern interiors
• Cost-effective alternative to premium species like mahogany or cherry
• Widely used in furniture, interior joinery, and decorative applications