Bangkirai
The color of Bangkirai is a wheat-brown, a color it retains after being cut. The surface of Bangkirai alternates from smooth to rough textures due to the interlocked nature of the grain.
There are strong variations in color however, which are well suited to decking material. When exposed to the elements, Bangkirai, like many other tropical timbers, greys very quickly
Bangkirai (also known as “Yellow Balau”) has a high strength and durability factor, is hard and heavy with high stiffness and shock resistance.
For detailed info on Bangkirai home specifications and characteristics, link through to a USDA fact sheet and also a CIRAD Fact Sheet.
We use Bangkirai on Teak Bali projects for:
Overview
Bangkirai grows in south-east Asia, on the north-west Malaysian archipelago, especially in Sulawesi (the former Celebes) and Kalimantan, as well as in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia and in the Philippines.
Bangkirai is mainly used for heavy duty structures such as for bridges, railway sleepers, floors and for post and beam Bangkirai houses. A growing market for this wood is being found in terrace and patio floorings as well garden furniture.