- Species: Belongs to the Shorea genus (family Dipterocarpaceae); commonly grouped as Light Red Meranti, Dark Red Meranti, White Meranti, and Yellow Meranti.
- Origin: Southeast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand).
- Durability: Low to moderate (varies by type; Dark Red Meranti is more durable than Light/White Meranti).
- Highlights: Good workability, stable when properly dried, cost-effective hardwood, widely used in construction and joinery.
- Form: Solid wood boards, beams, veneers, plywood core material.
- Grade: Select & Better, FAS, Commercial / Utility grades (availability depends on supplier and application).
- Moisture: Kiln-dried (KD) typically (8 – 12%) for interior use; air-dried also available.
- Dimensions Available: Thickness = 25 mm to 50 mm (custom sizes available) / Width = 100 mm to 250 mm+ / Length = 2 m to 4 m.
- Janka Hardness: Approx. ~550 – 800 lbf (2,450–3,560 N), depending on Meranti type.
- Grain: Straight to interlocked; medium to coarse texture.
- Color: Pale pink to reddish-brown; darkens with age and exposure.
- Water Resistance: Moderate; requires sealing or treatment for moisture exposure.
- Certification: FSC® certified options available (depending on source).
- Outdoor Suitability: Limited — suitable only when treated and well-finished; not recommended for ground contact.
- Indoor Suitability: Excellent — widely used for furniture, doors, frames, paneling, and interiors.
- Estimated Prices: Per Cubic Meter (m3) = ~US $500 – $900+. Price per Piece = ~US $20 – $80 (depending on size, grade, and market).
- Use Cases: Interior furniture, doors and door frames, window frames, moldings, cabinetry, plywood manufacturing, wall paneling, general interior joinery.
