Keruing Hardwood
Precision machined at our Somerset manufacturing facility, our premium stock is available to order as custom cutting lists of high grade Sawn or Planed Keruing. Backed by over 180 years of combined industry experience, we supply responsibly sourced tropical hardwood tailored for rapid online procurement and demanding commercial schedules alike. Use our live digital matrix on the right to access the MADE TO ORDER calculator for instant prices and nationwide delivery options, or submit your commercial project requirements below.
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Precision Machining at Our Somerset Mill
Every single order of our premium timber is processed under strict quality controls at our advanced manufacturing facility in Shepton Mallet, Somerset. Because Keruing contains natural resins and is exceptionally dense, our master machinists configure our heavy duty multi head moulding lines to prevent rapid tool wear and deliver flawless surface finishes across every single run. From standard timber profiles to complex commercial components, our specialist yard ensures your Keruing is prepared to strict trade specifications.
Keruing: Performance & Commercial Utility
Keruing stands as one of the most structurally robust and highly durable tropical hardwood species available to the modern timber trade. Its outstanding physical density and natural hardness make it a premier material choice for extreme wear environments, heavy goods vehicle decking, and premium commercial flooring. The timber features a distinctive straight grain configuration that provides immense load bearing capacity, allowing it to easily withstand the intense physical demands of heavy duty industrial applications.
Because the species naturally contains a high volume of oleo resins, its application is strictly optimised for exposed exterior environments or bespoke heavy duty joinery where resistance to moisture is paramount. Sourced directly from responsibly managed forestry operations, our kiln dried boards are carefully monitored for moisture uniformity, reducing internal stresses and preventing warp during subsequent heavy duty manufacturing stages.
Fully certified commercial timber sourced strictly from responsibly managed global forests.
Rapid haulage schedules delivering direct to your commercial site or manufacturing facility.
Premium grade timber precision machined to exact architectural and structural tolerances.
Highly trusted and consistently specified by volume contractors and commercial joiners.
Over 180 years of combined industry experience driving our dedicated procurement team.
Trusted by Fleet Managers
"We have exclusively partnered with Timbersource for our commercial lorry decking replacements over the last five years. Keruing is incredibly tough and naturally resistant to the elements, making it the only timber we trust for our heavy goods fleet. Timbersource consistently delivers flawlessly machined boards that withstand immense daily wear, saving us significant maintenance costs. Their unwavering commitment to responsibly sourced materials also means we easily satisfy our corporate sustainability audits."
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Advice
What is Keruing hardwood best used for?
Keruing is an incredibly dense and naturally durable tropical hardwood. It is the premier choice for extreme wear environments, making it highly sought after for heavy duty commercial flooring, heavy goods vehicle decking, marine applications, and exposed exterior frameworks.
Why is Keruing excellent for heavy duty vehicle decking?
Keruing naturally contains a high volume of oleo resins which provide exceptional resistance to moisture and decay. This, combined with its immense structural strength, allows it to easily withstand the intense physical demands and heavy loads of commercial haulage vehicles and exterior decking.
Is sourcing Keruing environmentally responsible?
Yes. By purchasing strictly vetted and responsibly sourced Keruing from Timbersource, you actively support sustainable forestry practices that protect tropical ecosystems while securing an exceptionally durable material for your demanding commercial projects.
Does Keruing require specialist machining?
Yes, because Keruing is exceptionally hard and contains natural resins, it can rapidly blunt standard woodworking tools. At Timbersource, our Somerset facility is equipped with heavy duty machinery to precision profile your Keruing, saving you the immense time and tooling costs associated with preparing it yourself.
