Jarrah
- Origin
- Western Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 2
Batu
Shorea spp. (balau group)
A hard, heavy tropical hardwood used for decking and flooring, where it gives good wear resistance at a competitive price.
Harper Timber sources Batu for flooring and decking. Ask us about sizes, grades, pricing and availability.
At a glance
- Botanical name
- Shorea spp. (balau group)
- Origin
- Indonesia
- Durability above ground
- Class 2 15–40 years
- Durability in ground
- Class 3 5–15 years
- Density (approx. air-dry)
- 900 kg/m³
- Colour
- Yellowish-brown to reddish-brown
- Grain & texture
- Interlocked grain; fine to moderate texture
Uses
Similar species
Karri
- Origin
- Western Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
Silvertop Ash
- Origin
- South-eastern Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
Sydney Blue Gum
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
Durability class (AS 5604) is the expected life of the heartwood exposed to the weather. Above ground: Class 1 40+ years, Class 2 15–40 years, Class 3 7–15 years, Class 4 up to 7 years. In ground contact: Class 1 25+ years, Class 2 15–25 years, Class 3 5–15 years, Class 4 up to 5 years. Density is approximate. Availability changes, so please contact us to confirm stock.
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