FinishingNot very fine finish in polishing, color coating is recommended.
Additional InformationEasy availability, very economical for general construction purposes.
SpeciesMalaysian Sal
Common usesMost suitable for heavy construction, bridges, door and window frames, railway sleepers, beams, pillars, dock blocks, truck body, heavy platforms, loft construction, structure for ceiling and partition walls.
FinishingNot very fine finish in polishing, color coating is recommended.
Weight1250-1350 kg/m3
Common usesMost suitable for heavy construction, bridges, door and window frames, railway sleepers, beams, pillars, dock blocks, truck body, heavy platforms, loft construction, structure for ceiling and partition walls.
Machining PropertiesModerate to cut with machines, nailing is poor, prebound required.
SpeciesMalaysian Sal
Additional InformationEasy availability, very economical for general construction purposes.
Drying & treatmentDrying speed is very slow. Kiln drying is not required. Treatment is very difficult.
Wood descriptionColor of freshly cut heartwood is yellow, brown or brown with the reddish tinge. The color becomes darker after sawing. Grain is interlocked. Texture is fine and even .
Other NamesSelangan Batu, Yellow Batu, Red Batu, M/Sal
Scientific NameShorea Borneensis
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