RED MERANTI (Shorea spp.)
Common Uses: Furniture, Joinery, Doors, Flooring, Veneers, Interior Trim
Species Group: Shorea genus, predominantly Red Meranti varieties

Description:
Red Meranti is a highly valued tropical hardwood known for its rich reddish-brown hues, fine texture, and moderate durability. Sourced from sustainably managed Southeast Asian forests, Red Meranti combines an attractive appearance with good workability, making it a preferred choice for high-quality furniture, architectural joinery, and decorative veneers.

At Timber Experts Global Holdings, we supply premium Red Meranti timber, carefully graded for color consistency and minimal defects. Its medium density and excellent machining properties allow for smooth finishes and superior gluing and staining.

Technical Specifications

Key Features

• Attractive warm red hues and uniform texture

• Easy to machine, plane, and sand with minimal blunting of tools

• Good nailing, screwing, and gluing properties

• Suitable for veneering, laminating, and finishing

• Moderate natural durability with proper treatment for exterior use

• Available in boards, planks, and custom sizes

Typical Applications

• Premium furniture and cabinetry

• Interior doors and window frames

• Wall paneling and decorative trim

• Flooring and parquet

• Veneers and plywood face layers

• Boat building and light construction (with preservative treatment)

Sustainability & Certification

• Harvested from legal, sustainable sources compliant with FSC®, PEFC™, or equivalent schemes

• Kiln-dried and quality-controlled for export standards

• Environmentally responsible choice for tropical hardwood