Keruing

General Description

Keruing comprises 70 similar species (from various areas in Malaysia/Sarawak/Sabah/Indonesia) which have variations of density and weight. For example it can vary from 640 - 960 kg/m3. Texture is moderately coarse and may have shallow interlocking grain. The colouring is not an issue as it is used for exterior constructions and will weather to silver-grey.

Sizes we mainly stock are 50mm x 150mm sawn and 28mm x 145mm profiled Half-lap vehicle flooring, although some other sizes are available in limited quantities.

Working Properties

  • Contains silica which has a blunting effect on tools
  • Normally sold air-dried
  • Some cupping may occur

Physical Properties

  • High crushing strength
  • Medium resistance to shock-loads
  • Exudes resin naturally in humid or warmer temperatures

Durability

  • Moderately durable
  • Non-resistant to some termites
  • Resistant to preservative-treatments

Main Uses

  • Lorry floors
  • Wharf decking