Accoya
- Origin
- New Zealand
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 1
Merbau
Intsia bijuga
Durable and stable, Merbau is one of the most popular decking timbers. It is rich in tannins, so seal it and allow for tannin bleed around paving and walls.
Harper Timber sources Merbau for joinery & mouldings, flooring, decking and construction. Ask us about sizes, grades, pricing and availability.
At a glance
- Botanical name
- Intsia bijuga
- Origin
- Indonesia
- Durability above ground
- Class 1 40+ years
- Durability in ground
- Class 3 5–15 years
- Density (approx. air-dry)
- 830 kg/m³
- Colour
- Orange-brown darkening to deep reddish-brown, with fine yellow flecks
- Grain & texture
- Interlocked grain; coarse texture
Uses
Similar species
Blackbutt
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 2
Burmese Teak
- Origin
- Myanmar
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 2
Cypress Pine
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 1
- In ground
- Class 2
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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