- Species: Derived from Hevea Brasiliensis (Pará rubber tree).
- Origin: Native to Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and is also cultivated in South America.
- Durability: Moderately durable, not naturally resistant to decay or insects, and is best suited for indoor applications.
- Highlights: Environmentally friendly, harvested from plantation trees at the end of latex production, has a light, even texture that is easy to finish, and is an affordable alternative to traditional hardwoods.
- Form: Sawn timber, boards, planks, veneer sheets, finger-jointed boards.
- Grade: Common grades: A/A, A/B, B/B depending on knots, sapwood, and defects.
- Moisture: Kiln-dried to (8 12%) for furniture and indoor use.
- Dimensions Available: Thickness: 12 – 50 mm / Width: 100 – 300 mm+ / Length: 1.8 m – 3.6 m.
- Janka Hardness: ~1,080 lbf (4,800 N)
- Grain: Straight to slightly interlocked grain with a fine, even texture, and it works well for painting, staining, or laminating.
- Color: Pale cream to light brown, may darken slightly with age or finish.
- Water Resistance: Low; not recommended for outdoor use without treatment.
- Certification: Often available with FSC and PEFC certification.
- Outdoor Suitability: Not suitable unless pressure-treated or coated for protection.
- Indoor Suitability: Excellent for furniture, cabinetry, paneling, toys, and flooring.
- Estimated Prices: Per Cubic Meter (m3) = ~US $700 – $1,200+. Price per Piece = ~US $15 – $35+.
- Use Cases: Commonly used for indoor furniture such as chairs, tables, cabinets, and shelves, as well as cabinetry, kitchen units, molding, paneling, decorative interior elements, toys, craft projects, and small wooden items.
