American Walnut
- Origin
- North America
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
New Guinea Rosewood
Pterocarpus indicus
An exotic hardwood with striking colour and figure, imported in small quantities. Used for fine joinery, furniture, flooring and feature cladding.
Harper Timber sources New Guinea Rosewood for joinery & mouldings and architectural. Ask us about sizes, grades, pricing and availability.
At a glance
- Botanical name
- Pterocarpus indicus
- Origin
- PNG & Solomon Islands
- Durability above ground
- Class 2 15–40 years
- Durability in ground
- Class 3 5–15 years
- Density (approx. air-dry)
- 650 kg/m³
- Colour
- Golden to rich red-brown
- Grain & texture
- Interlocked, often decorative figure
Uses
Similar species
Australian Red Cedar
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
Black Bean
- Origin
- Australia
- Above ground
- Class 2
- In ground
- Class 3
Fijian Mahogany
- Origin
- Fiji
- 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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