Drying & treatment : Drying speed is very slow. Kiln drying is not required. Treatment is very difficult.
Wood description : Color 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 .
Additional Information : Easy availability, very economical for general construction purposes.
Species : Malaysian Sal
Other Names : Selangan Batu, Yellow Batu, Red Batu, M/Sal
Scientific Name : Shorea Borneensis
Finishing : Not very fine finish in polishing, color coating is recommended.
Common uses : Most 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 Properties : Moderate to cut with machines, nailing is poor, prebound required.
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